Tool Theft Warning Issued
Written by author on January 14, 2013
More than £3,500 worth of tools have been stolen in the Ruthwell/Clarencefield area this week.
A vehicles and a garage have been targeted with a large quantity of power tools having been taken
And now police are urging workers to think twice about leaving valuable equipment at risk.
Constable Derek Hughes, crime reduction officer for Nithsdale, warned: “Drivers must be careful with what they leave in their vehicles.
“Around £1,500 worth of equipment was stolen from a van recently and £2,000 worth of tools from a garage and people must take note of this.”
“These are incidents which may have been prevented.
“Power tools are obviously very expensive and sought after items, owners should take the time to mark their property which makes it easier to identify and harder for the criminal to dispose of.
“All valuable items should be secured properly and works vehicles shouldn’t be left with tools and equipment in them overnight.
“Ten minutes at the start and ten minutes at the end of your day can unload the vans. It is not worth the risk, so don’t do it.
“And that goes for any vehicles – valuables should not be left at all.”
