Appeal after farms targeted by thieves, Hartlepool area.
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Detectives are asking for information after three farms on the outskirts of Hartlepool were targeted overnight by thieves (Monday 16th into Tuesday 17th September).
The incidents happened from around half past midnight to around 6am this morning.
Detectives believe a group of three males in dark clothing attended the farms with a tool to break locks on outbuildings with the aim of stealing quad bikes.
On two occasions they gained entry to sheds however nothing was taken but at one address in Elwick a red quad bike, which is an older model, was stolen.
Enquiries are underway and we would urge anyone with information or doorbell, dashcam or private CCTV footage which may have captured the three males to contact Hartlepool CID via the 101 number.
If you’ve seen the stolen red quad bike either being ridden or advertised for sale, please call 101 and quote ref 179294.
We would also urge any other farmers who have been affected by attempted or actual break-ins and thefts to contact Cleveland Police to report so that we can investigate. You can report via 101 or online via our website: Contact us | Cleveland Police
If you don’t want to speak to police you can pass information anonymously to www.crimestoppers-uk.org or phone them on 0800 555 111.
Finally, we’d urge anyone living and working in our rural communities to consider joining Cleveland Police’s Rural Watch system. Please find more details here: Rural Watch | Cleveland Police