Trespassers in the bush
RESIDENTS are urged to be aware of an increase in trespassing on rural properties in the Leyburn and Pratten areas over recent weeks.
Police advise a number of rural properties have been entered, as they are often seen as "soft targets" by thieves.
These offences are occurring at any time of the day or night, with police currently following up a number of leads regarding vehicles sighted trespassing on these properties.
It is essential that property owners regularly check items on their properties that can be stolen, such as tools, machinery and fuel.
By locking property gates and fuel containers, regularly checking fences and not leaving items of value lying around that can be put on the back of a ute, you can minimise an opportunistic thief's offending.
Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.
