THIEVES have stolen farm equipment from near Ross-on-Wye.

The raid happened at Benhall Lane, off the A40 Wilton roundabout some time between 10pm on Wednesday (June 12) and 8am on Thursday, but was most likely in the early hours of Thursday, according to police.

They say the culprits are likely to have had a vehicle or trailer equipped to lift the heavy tractor attachments, which are valued at £50,000.

Police say thefts like this can destroy farming businesses, and are appealing for anyone with information or relevant dash cam footage to get in touch.

Call 101 and quote OIS Number: 88-S-130619 or email rossonwye.snt@westmercia.pnn.police.uk.