Crime: Chainsaws, blowers and more stolen by thieves leaving Calderdale tree removers unable to work

By Sarah Fitton
Published 3rd Jan 2023, 14:19 BST
Updated 3rd Jan 2023, 15:52 BST
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Thieves have hit a Calderdale tree management business, stealing a haul of valuable equipment including chainsaws.

The theft happened last night (Monday) at a unit belonging to Calder Valley Tree Services in Sowerby Bridge.

The culprits are understood to have taken more than two hours clearing out the unit, stealing chainsaws, blowers, power tools and climbing equipment.

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The firm has made a plea for help on social media: “This is our livelihood, we are now unable to work. Please help us find these people.”

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The theft happened last night

Calder Valley Neighbourhood Policing Team have said they have seen a “spike” in businesses burglaries in Sowerby Bridge and will be stepping up patrols.

"We ask the public to report suspicious behaviour and, if your business has been affected by a burglary or would like advice on how to reduce the chances of your business being burgled, to contact your crime prevention officers on [email protected],” they said.

Anyone who has information should call 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.