Message from Thames Valley Police: Country Watch

The following warning message has been circulated by Thames Valley Police:

Thames Valley Police are warning all owners of rural property to be aware that the theft of oil and diesel is on the increase, as well as quad bikes, power tools, hay and animal feed. The police ask that you report any suspicious vehicles in your area, with the make, colour and registration plate where possible, as well as a description of occupants. Be suspicious of anyone who cold calls asking about vehicles/animals for sale, lost dogs, grazing/livery enquiries, or selling any equipment/tools from the back of a van. Asking people to call back to see "the owner" at a more convenient time will sort out the genuine callers. Please phone any information to the police non-emergency number 08458 505505. If a crime is in progress, phone 999.
In a recent incident near Henley, two Irish males twice tried to sell power washers to a yard owner, and took a lot of interest in her horses. The vehicles involved were a red van and a maroon transit type van.
For information on crime prevention and securing your property, please contact your local neighbourhood watch office, who run Country watch, Farm watch and Horse watch schemes throughout the Thames Valley Police area.
Sent on behalf of Helen Evans
Thames Valley Horse Watch - 01494 736642