A child took money while on a playdate

[Pixelmama]

Good friend of DS. 8 years old. Took a small amount of money from his bedroom shelves today. Less than £5. We are 100% sure. It is the second time something like this has happened. The first time I questioned myself and thought we could have got it wrong. AIBU to tell the parents? I'm in two minds as I can't be arsed with the awkwardness. I kind of want to just let it go but then I feel I'm not setting a good example to my kids. Thoughts or any experience of this situation would be much appreciated.

What makes you 100% sure?

I don't think I'd have the confidence to approach a parent about their child stealing £5 unless I saw it happen / have conclusive proof.

Hmm, tough one. Did you actually see the child take it? If so then yes I would say something. If not then I would probably just not have child over again.

Ask the parents “we had a little bit of money go missing today, can you check with your DC just in case they picked it up?”

What Littlecaf said. 'DS had £5 in his room and now can't find it. Does your ds remember where it was?' Sensitive but also ensuring the child knows he has done wrong and been caught.