Please be aware that we have received a number of reports in relation to the theft of trailers and a quad bike which have occurred on the 28/11/2024 around the village of Newport, East Yorkshire.

Similar thefts have also been reported into the bordering areas in North Yorkshire. 

At 1500 on the 28/11/2024 offenders stole an Ifor Williams Trailer from a business premises in Newport, before making off in a Black Nissan Navara.

If you saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area around this time or have any information about the offenders please contact the police on the non-emergency number 101 quoting occurrence ref 24*169440 

Alternatively you could call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You don’t have to leave your name and you may even receive a reward.

If you own a trailer , please ensure they are secured to reduce the opportunity for thieves. 

Remember the 3 x R's of Rural Crime Prevention:

RECORD - Record serial numbers, make/model, descriptions and photographs of your vehicles and equipment

REPORT - Report suspicious behaviour (vehicles and people) and crimes even if you feel there is nothing that can be done

REVIEW - Review your farm and home security, can it be improved?

To assist us in identifying stolen property please consider property marking high value items using Forensic Marking or UV pens.  You are also advised to register property at www.immobilise.com which is a free on-line property register used by police forces nationwide to reunite stolen goods to their owners. All you have to do is register on-line and then upload properties electrical items serial numbers.

Please see the below further crime prevention advice in relation to trailer, horsebox and quad bike security.

Please remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity at night to police on 999. 

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