Farmers, landowners and contractors

Farmers, landowners and contractors

We've seen a recent increase in reports of equipment being stolen in and around Market Rasen and surrounding villages.

We're asking farmers, contractors and landowners to take a few simple steps to help prevent theft and improve the chances of recovering stolen property:

Lock machinery, trailers and tools away where possible

Remove keys and secure vehicles when not in use

Check CCTV, alarms and security lighting are working

Consider trackers and immobilisers on high-value equipment

Record serial numbers, chassis numbers and registrations

Take clear photographs of equipment and any unique markings

Use recognised property-marking schemes such as CESAR or Datatag

If your equipment is ever stolen, having photographs and detailed records can make a huge difference in helping us identify and return it.

If you see suspicious activity or have information about rural crime, report it via our website or call 101. In an emergency, always dial 999.

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Dawn Cowling
(Lincolnshire Police, PCSO, Lincolnshire)