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Tools stolen from pick up truck in Sileby

Posted on 15/07/2009

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Police are appealing for witnesses after a theft from a vehicle in Sileby.

The incident happened between 3.55pm and 4pm on Monday July 6, 2009 when the driver of a white Ford Transit pick up truck was sat in his vehicle on Mountsorrel Lane.

A white Ford Transit van pulled up beside him and the passenger leaned out the window and stole a Stihl petrol saw and a handheld breaker which were on the back of the victim’s truck.

The two men in the van have been described as between 25 and 30-years-old with dark hair. The van possibly had a part registration number of V846.

PC Richard Spivey, who is investigating the incident, said: “We are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information regarding the people responsible.

"Do you know someone who has recently acquired items like these in suspicious circumstances? If so please get in touch."

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC 1384 Richard Spivey on 0116 222 2222 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer, when prompted key in his identification number 1384. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous, on 0800 555 111.

*Please note, some mobile phone providers may charge for this call.