DEVON and Cornwall Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information in connection with a report of burglary to outbuildings on a Farm on Longdrag Hill, Tiverton.

This took place sometime between 2am and 3am on Tuesday, April 15.

Items stolen include a Quad bike, two chainsaws, a strimmer, a fuel container with two stroke fuel in it, a number of tools and a 12 foot Ifor Williams livestock trailer.

If you have any information or CCTV from the area, please contact the police via the website or by telephoning 101 quoting 50250093225.

Farmers are reminded to be vigilant for any suspicious activity.

Police from the Rural Crime unit say that thefts of this nature are on the rise within our rural communities.

They say please be aware of persons or vehicles present in or around your land.

The advice is:

Secure property boundaries – Install fences, gates and warning signs around the farm.

Lock equipment and buildings – Use high quality locks on barns, sheds and storage facilities.

Install security cameras – Set up CCTV cameras in strategic locations to monitor farm activity.

Engage in Farm Watch – Collaborate with the police and neighbouring farmers to share information and report suspicious activity.

Track equipment and livestock – Use GPS trackers on machinery and branding or tagging on livestock.

Secure fuel and chemicals – Store fuel, fertilisers and pesticides in locked and well lit areas.

Mark and register your equipment – Engrave identification numbers and register your machinery.

Regularly inspect your perimeters – Conduct routine checks for signs of tampering or trespassing.

Report theft immediately – Notify Police as soon as theft is detected.

In an emergency, use the 999 number.