Police Appeal for Witnesses in Farm Equipment Theft

Somerset residents are being asked to come forward with any information or footage that may help the police solve the theft of valuable equipment from a farm in Yetminster. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of September 3, saw a mini digger, a quad bike, and a horse trailer stolen from Thornford Road. The police are investigating whether the stolen items may have ended up in Somerset and are appealing to witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage to come forward.

Key Takeaways:

  • The police are investigating the theft of a Takeuchi TB016 mini digger, a green Yamaha Kodiak quad bike, and a blue Ifor Williams HB511 horse trailer from a farm in Yetminster on September 3.
  • Two vehicles driving away from the scene in an erratic manner in the direction of Somerset may have been involved in the incident.
  • The police are asking motorists with dashcam footage to review their recordings and contact them if they have captured anything relevant.
  • Anyone who has come across items matching the description being sold in suspicious circumstances online or in person is urged to let the police know.
  • The police are working with the independent charity Crimestoppers to solve the case.

Statistics:

  • 1 farm-related equipment stolen from Thornford Road, Yetminster
  • 1 Takeuchi TB016 mini digger stolen
  • 1 green Yamaha Kodiak quad bike stolen
  • 1 blue Ifor Williams HB511 horse trailer stolen
  • 2 vehicles reportedly driving away from the scene in an erratic manner in the direction of Somerset
  • 1 alleged incident on September 3
  • 1 online reporting method available to the public through Dorset Police's website
  • 1 phone number (101) available to contact the police directly
  • 1 Freephone number (0800 555 111) available to contact Crimestoppers anonymously

Sources:

  • [Dorset Police], [Source not applicable]
  • [PC Lauren Middleton, Dorset Police Rural Crime Team]
  • [Crimestoppers]