A 12-ton shipment of Nestle KitKat chocolate bars was stolen in Europe, with cargo thieves swiping the candy in transit between production and distribution hubs.

According to a March 29 release from KitKat, the truck carrying the candy was stolen in the time between leaving a factory in Central Italy and its scheduled arrival in Poland. In total, thieves are believed to have made off with more than 400,000 chocolate bars, all of which remain unaccounted for.

“We’ve always encouraged people to have a break with KitKat – but it seems thieves have taken the message too literally and made a break with more than 12 tons of our chocolate," a spokesperson said, adding that cargo theft has become an "escalating issue for businesses of all sizes."

The company said it's working with local authorities and supply chain partners to recover the truck and its contents. KitKat also noted that it believes there are no concerns for consumer safety, and that its supply ahead of the Easter holiday has not been affected.

Several businesses and organizations poked fun at the theft on social media once word of the heist spread. That includes the U.K. account for Domino's Pizza, which offered condolences for the theft, with a slight addendum. 

"On a completely unrelated note, we're pleased to announce we'll now be selling a new KitKat pizza," Domino's quipped.

Even Tampa International Airport in Florida got in on the joke, stating that while their "hearts go out to our friends at KitKat during this difficult time, Phoebe [the airport's 21-foot-tall flamingo art installation] will be giving out little pieces of chocolate ahead of Easter for anyone who wants to have a break."