THEFT OF DIESEL FROM FARMS

We have received a report of 800 litres of diesel stolen from the vicinity of High Bickington/ Umberleigh area,  between 24/03/25 06:30 hours and 25/03/2025 17:00 hours. 

Farmers please be vigilant for any suspicious activity persons or vehicles present in or around your land, if you have any information please phone 101 quoting 50250074626. 

Reduce fuel theft with simple crime prevention measures. Working together,

land owners, rural businesses and members of the public should be vigilant

reporting any suspicious activity to the police - noting vehicle details,

descriptions and an accurate location.

How can you prevent this?

- Landowners and managers, where possible, should secure gates and

block unused entrances.

- Protect fuel and batteries with locks, lighting, CCTV and fencing.

- Turn the power off to the tank at when not in use.

- Keep a record of how much fuel your using in each machine – keep a list of fuel used. 

- Store machinery, tanks and batteries out of sight where possible.

- Consider the use of signage or other means to prevent cold callers to

farms and businesses.