Tool Theft From Motor Vehicle

The theft occurred between 8:00pm on Monday 27th and 07:00am on Tuesday 28th January 2025 where building tools have been taken from a van parked on a driveway on Pensham Hill.

The offenders have cut through the roof of the van to gain entry and taken over £12,000 worth of tools.

We are keen to hear from anyone who may have any information relating to the theft or that may have been in the area around the time of the incident and heard or seen anything suspicious.  You can contact us via 101 or email pershoretown.snt@westmercia.police.uk and quote incident reference 00044_i_28012025.

Vans are often targeted by thieves for the tools stored inside. If you have to leave tools in a van overnight, it's a good idea to mark them clearly with your name / company name and address using paint pens and seal with a clear lacquer spray. Alternatively, you can use a variety of other property marking systems. Items that are clearly marked are less desirable and more difficult to sell on.

Consider using a lockable cabinet within your van to store tools – a number of security rated products are available. Small cameras are also designed to record inside vehicles.  Visit - https://www.securedbydesign.com/.

We are encouraging the community to report online Report a crime | West Mercia Police or call 101 if they see anyone acting suspiciously around a vehicle.