Northumbria Police are appealing for information after a motorised wheelbarrow worth up to £10,000 was stolen from a school in Sunderland.
The incident occurred between 9pm and 10pm on Monday, July 26, when a number of males reportedly entered the grounds of Bexhill Primary Academy in Town End Farm, Sunderland.
After entering the school, the males stole the motorised wheelbarrow, estimated to be worth between £8,000 and £10,000, before leaving the scene.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Officers have been carrying out enquiries into the report and are now appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
They are particularly keen to hear from anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the area at the time, or who may have CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage which could assist enquiries.
Public Asked to Be Vigilant
Officers are also asking members of the public to be mindful if they are offered a motorised wheelbarrow for sale in suspicious circumstances, either in person or online, as it could be linked to the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to send Northumbria Police a direct message on social media, use the live chat or report form on the Force website. For those who are unable to make contact online, call 101. Please quote reference: 26000410552.
