A Czech company in Pelhřimov suffered over six million Czech crowns in losses due to the theft of more than 200 tons of stainless steel over eleven years. Police investigations revealed a long-term scheme involving an employee and his supervisor. The employee allegedly stole the metal incrementally, while the supervisor is accused of covering up the crimes for over a decade. Both men, aged 66 and 64, now face charges of embezzlement. The scale of the theft was only discovered after a thorough police accounting. Authorities have not disclosed details regarding how the theft was initially detected or the ultimate destination of the stolen materials. The case highlights a significant breach of trust and a prolonged criminal operation within the company.