Stalker’s eye was caught by the headline - “GPS Devices Stolen From Loughgall Farm”. The warnings from previous months seem to be bang on the money - that thieves are targeting farm machinery and expensive satellite GPS tech. As the PSNI stated -
“These items hold a sizeable value and will cause significant upset to the farming businesses involved.
Since the beginning of June we have received seven reports of this type of equipment being stolen from tractors.”
The police also advise that if you see items for sale for much cheaper than one would expect, it is highly likely that these items have been stolen. So think twice before buying second-hand equipment.
The PSNI Supt Johnston Mc Dowell said: “Representatives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland, Ulster Farmers Union, NFU, Department of Justice, Police and Community Safety Partnership, federation of small Businesses and Young Farmers Union work collaboratively so we can share important information, raise awareness and respond to emerging crime trends in a timely manner to support and keep our farming communities safe.”
