Police in Scotland are appealing for witnesses following the high-value theft of two Massey Ferguson tractors, worth £70,000.
The incident happened sometime between 9pm on Monday 22 May and 7am on Tuesday 23 May at Longford Farm, West Calder, West Lothian.
A shed on the site was entered and two high-value Massey Ferguson tractors, worth £70,000, were stolen.
The first is a red 5470 model with registration number SF57 HJZ and chassis number S074034. It was fitted with pallet forks.
The second is a red 6460 model with registration number KO06 SDY chassis number R200008. It was fitted with a red Kverneland topper at the rear.
Constable Louise McReight from the Community Investigation Unit said: "The value of the stolen tractors is around £70,000 and we are pursuing a number of lines of inquiry to trace the vehicles and identify those responsible for their theft.
"Stealing two tractors would require a large truck and so anyone who remembers seeing such a vehicle around Longford Farm on Monday evening or Tuesday morning, or who witnessed any other suspicious activity in the area should contact police immediately.
"In addition, anyone with any further information that can assist with our investigation is also urged to get in touch."
The incident follows news of a scheme launched by Warwickshire police to help tackle thefts of agricultural vehicles in the county.
Stickers with ‘Police – Stop, if moving between 10pm and 5am’ are being made available for farmers to apply to their vehicles, trailers and other road-going equipment.
Those with information can contact the CIU via 101 and quote incident number 1159 of the 23rd May. Alternatively, an anonymous report can be made to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
