Cumbria Police warn that agricultural thefts are continuing nationally
On a national level, this has a big impact on businesses.
Members of the rural crime team visited Penrith and District Farmers Mart to check machinery and tools.
In a post on social media, Cumbria Police wrote: "Nationally, construction and agricultural equipment continue to be stolen, which has a huge impact on both the industry and businesses.
"Locally, we've seen machinery without an engine getting targeted, most trailers, tractor attachments, and sheep handling equipment.
"It also affects people who unwittingly buy stolen property without realising.
"We're grateful to Penrith and District Farmers Mart for welcoming us last week to check machinery and tools ahead of their quarterly auction, supported by colleagues from the Special Constabulary and our Rural Crime volunteers."
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