THIEVES has stolen a trailer from a farm near Carlisle.

Police are investigating the burglary, which took place sometime between 12pm on Friday, September 13 – 12pm on Tuesday, September 17, at a farm in Newbiggin, Heads Nook.

A spokesman said entry had been forced to a storage container and numerous items were stolen from within.

They added an ‘Ifor Williams’ 10ft x 6 ft. tipper trailer, bearing the serial number, 611958, was also stolen.

Officers are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious in the area, or anyone who may know the whereabouts of the trailer or have been offered it for sale, to get in touch.

Those with information should contact PC 2543 by calling 101, quoting log number 80 of September 17.

Details can also be passed on anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.