West Mercia Police are appealing for information after several items of farm machinery were damaged in Herefordshire.

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police (Hereford Cops) said:

“We are appealing for information after damage has been caused to  several items of machinery parked in Bishopstone.

“As well as damage to windows, locks and doors. They have stolen a radio from a JCB as well as  tools and various equipment. 

“The theft and damaged has occurred between the 05th and 06th December whilst it was parked in a fields.

“We are keen to hear from anyone who may have any information relating to the theft of these items or that may have been in the area around the time of the incident and heard or seen anything suspicious.

“We are also encouraging the community to call us on 101 if they see anyone acting suspiciously around  vehicles or machinery.

“If you have information about this or any other suspected crime, please let us know using the online ‘Tell Us About’ form on our website www.westmercia.police.uk, quoting incident reference  00186_I_06122022

“If you aren’t comfortable contacting us directly, you can pass on information anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting their website: www.crimestoppers-uk.org

“If you ever feel at risk, or a crime is in progress, please always dial 999. 

“Thank you for your help. It is only by the police and the public working together that we can prevent and detect crime.”