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Police Warning After North York Moors Cattle Theft

Sunday, 6 July 2025 10:29

North Yorkshire Police have warned farmers after thefts in the North York Moors.

A statement from the force said:

'We are investigating the theft of sheep in the North York Moors and surrounding areas.

'The most recent report is from 24 June, near Crag Bank in Kildale, where suspects were seen trying to steal sheep. The suspects are described as four Asian men. A grey Skoda Octavia vehicle with a distinctive pale blue taxi-style plate affixed to the rear has been linked to the incident.

'If you see a vehicle similar to this in the North York Moors area, or have any information about the vehicle or its occupants, please contact the officer in the case, PC 1864 Fiona Wilding, Fiona.Wilding@northyorkshire.police.uk. Alternatively, you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website. Please quote reference 12250114814.'

They added:

'If a crime such as livestock theft is taking place and is ongoing, please call 999.

If possible, and safe to do so, provide the following information:

  • What is happening? – what sort of crime is being committed?
  • Are any firearms involved? Could the police or the public be in danger?
  • The exact location. Most smartphones have map apps - or you can use the What3Words app to pinpoint a location.
  • If any dogs are involved, how many are there?
  • The make, colour and registration number of any vehicle.
  • A description of anyone involved.
  • If safe to do so, take photographs or video evidence. Never place yourself or others at risk, so please do not approach any people or vehicles.

If it's not an emergency, you can call 101, or make a report online via the police website.'

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