Police Resilience Team Advise of Vehicle & Fuel Thefts

26.10.22

Threat Intelligence Alerts

Theft of Trailers in West Lothian
On the evening of 23rd October, two Ifor Williams trailers were stolen from a secured compound in an industrial estate in Livingston. Locks were broken, allowing access to the compound where the trailers were towed away.

Sergeant Keith Jack of the SBRC Police Business Resilience Team said, “I would urge all businesses to check their security arrangements. Simple measures such as ensuring CCTV cameras are positioned properly, and recording padlocks are of suitable quality for the value of the property you are trying to protect. Consider other measures such as wheel clamps and trackers fitted to high-value items. Simple steps can make your property less attractive to criminals and reduce your chances of becoming a victim of crime”

Theft of Diesel in Stirling

On the 24th October, a quantity of diesel was stolen from a lorry parked in a locked yard at Springkerse Industrial Estate, Stirling.

Sergeant Keith Jack of the SBRC Police Business Resilience Team advised, “Given the high fuel value, it has become an attractive target for criminals. Please ensure you are taking the appropriate measures to secure your fuel tank(s). We advise parking vehicles in a way that makes access awkward or impossible and check your CCTV and alarm systems are effective.”

If you would like advice on how best to secure your business, our Police Scotland Business Resilience Team can help through a range of training and business resilience services. Visit the Business Resilience page for more information.