POLICE have put out a warning for gardeners and allotment-holders to be wary of tool thieves.
"We regularly patrol green spaces across York and North Yorkshire," a spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said.
"While allotment and garden tools may not be high value, they can still make attractive targets for thieves - so please help us keep criminals away from your plots!"
P️olice have issued advice on how to keep your gardens, allotments and tools safe:
- Sheds should be kept securely locked and located in a visible position
- Visibly mark tools and other property, and record the serial numbers on www.immobilise.com
- Check all fencing to make sure it's in good condition
- Any gates should be securely locked, and should be of a design that makes climbing difficult
- Check there are no bins, composters, trees or bushes that can be used for climbing over a fence, and consider planting thorny bushes to deter entry
- If you do not use any equipment or tools on a regular basis store them securely inside
- Report anything suspicious to police via 101 or the North Yorkshire police website
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