RURAL CRIME PREVENTION...

#CrimePrevention | We're urging our rural communities to remain extra vigilant as the darker nights set in. Research and recent incidents suggest a seasonal increase in thefts of agricultural machinery and equipment, including quad bikes, tractors, trailers, and power tools.

These items are highly sought after by organised criminals due to their resale value and ease of transport. Thefts often occur overnight and can have a serious impact on livelihoods.

Here’s how you can protect your property:

🔐 Secure machinery and equipment

- Remove keys and store vehicles in locked buildings or behind secure barriers.
- Use wheel clamps, hitch locks, and immobilisers where possible.

📍 Install tracking devices

- GPS trackers can help recover stolen items quickly.
- Choose devices with geofencing and tamper alerts.

💡 Improve lighting and surveillance

- Install motion-activated lights and CCTV to deter intruders.
- Wildlife cameras are useful in remote areas.

📝 Mark and register your equipment

- Use forensic marking kits
- Register your machinery online through verified schemes

👀 Stay vigilant and report suspicious activity

- Note unfamiliar vehicles or people near farms or yards.
- Report concerns to your local policing team or via 101 (in an emergency call 999)

Let’s work together to keep our rural communities safe. 🚜🌾

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