Theft of Volvo 9 Tonne Excavator from roadworks near Great Ayton

 

North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about the theft of a Volvo 9 Tonne Excavator (pictured).

 

It happened at the roadworks on the A172 close to Great Ayton between 11pm and midnight on 6 June 2022.

 

It appears the digger was moved from the roadworks to a nearby location and then believed to have been loaded on to another vehicle.

 

We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

 

If you have seen any suspicious activity in this area or noticed the digger in another location please contact Police.

 

Please email [email protected] if you have any information that could assist the investigation.

 

You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Alex Roche.

 

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

 

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12220097597