Van containing surf boards, bike and power tools stolen in Devon

The white Vauxhall Vivaro was taken overnight between the 17 - 18 June in Barnstaple

Author: Sophie SquiresPublished 5th Jul 2021

Police are trying to find a van that was stolen in Devon.

The white Vauxhall Vivaro was taken overnight between 17 - 18th June in Barnstaple.

Inside were two surf boards, as well as a bike and power tools.

A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said:

"Police are appealing for witnesses following the theft of a van from a property in Ashleigh Road, Barnstaple.

"The white Vauxhall Vivaro van was taken between 8.30pm and 3.30am, overnight on Thursday 17 June and Friday 18 June, after the van keys were taken from the address.

"The contents of the van included two surf boards, one of which is red and is 6ft 2ins long. The other is white and is from the Circle One Heritage range.

"Other contents included a silver bicycle and power tools made by DeWalt and Festool.

"Police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen any unusual people in the area at the time or seen any abandoned number plates.

"They would also like to hear from anyone who has had their number plates stolen."

If you witnessed the incident or have any information that could help the police with their enquiries, please email 101@dc.police.uk or call 101, quoting CR/050148/21.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or via the charity’s website at www.crimestoppers-org.uk.

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