Thieves have broke into a North-east Scotland farm and stole tools worth more than £1,000.
The raid took place at Dykelands Farm in Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire at some point between 5pm on Friday, and 7am on Saturday (15 and 16 September).
Police are now seeking help in catching the culprits.
The criminals forced their way into a storage building and stole tools including Milwaukee power tools and a Sealey High Power welder.
Pc Kayleigh McLean, who is leading the investigation, said: “I would urge anyone who was in the area between the times in question and saw any suspicious activity to please get in touch as our inquiries continue.
“In particular I would appeal to any motorists who were using the surrounding roads and have dash-cam footage to let us know.
“The farm in question is adjacent to the A937 Laurencekirk to Marykirk road, which would have been relatively busy.”
Police across the North of England and Scotland took part in a major operation focusing on rural criminals last week.
Operation Checkpoint was a multi-force operation targeting travelling criminals operating between counties in the North of England and Scotland, exclusively in rural areas.
The cost of rural crime in the UK reached £42.5m in 2015.
Anyone with information can contact Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 if you would prefer to remain anonymous.
