PC 22696 Parry recently visited NFU Mutual in Oswestry as well as a number of farms in North Shropshire to discuss rural crime such as thefts of 4x4 vehicles, quad bikes and fuel, and provide advice regarding the prevention of these crimes. Guides covering how to deal with a number of issues such as livestock worrying, fly-tipping, hare coursing and thefts were provided. 
To protect your farm from thefts, consider: Motion-activated lightsCCTVLocking gates, outbuilding doors and vehicles Use hitch locks on trailersKeep high value machinery and vehicles out of sight from public roadsReport suspicious activity to the police |