Information appeal following high-value theft from farm in North Dorset

Officers investigating a high-value theft from a farm in North Dorset are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

Between 10pm on Saturday 8 November and 7am on Sunday 9 November 2025, two vehicles and two trailers were stolen from a farm in Stalbridge.

A Land Rover Defender 90, Mitsubishi L200, Ifor Williams 3SB triple axle livestock trailer and an Ifor Williams 2SB double axle livestock trailer were stolen.

The Land Rover was later located and recovered in Odcombe in Somerset.

Police Constable Sebastian Haggett, of the Rural Crime Team, said: “This incident has resulted in a significant loss for the victim and we are doing all we can to find those responsible.

“I am appealing to anyone who was travelling in the area overnight on Saturday 8 November 2025 with a dashcam fitted to please check their footage for anything of relevance.

“I am issuing an image of the outstanding stolen vehicle and would urge anyone who has seen one matching the description to please come forward. The vehicle may be parked up in a quiet or residential road.

“Similarly, I am also keen to hear from anyone who may have information about the stolen trailers for sale in unusual circumstances.”

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Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250165670. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.