Suspected stolen agricultural items recovered in Stroud

Around £100,000 worth of suspected stolen agricultural items have been recovered in Stroud.

Police seized 42 items last week - including two tractors, 15 agricultural and plant trailers, a quad bike, three Land Rovers, and other farm machinery.

Some of the items have now been reunited with their owners.

Inspector Simon Ellson, the Rural Crime Team lead, said: "The theft of plant machinery and other agricultural property can have a massive financial impact on farmers and our rural communities.

"This is a really good outcome - and a great example of collaborative working across the Constabulary, with the Rural Crime Team and Vanguard officers working together in partnership.

"They worked tirelessly to review every item that was at the site, which took a total of three days to ensure nothing was missed.

"So far we have identified the rightful owners of nine stolen trailers and a tractor, and we're continuing to work through the information on the other items."

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