Vandalism and theft

A    Between 3 and 4 pm yesterday (Saturday, 19/5) in a field off Normanton Lane, Bottesford (down the lane near the sewage works) a stack of 240 bales of straw was set on fire.  4 youths in their mid-teens, including one about 6 ft tall and with bright ginger hair, were reported to be nearby around that time.  The Police are appealing for the youths to contact them as potential witnesses.  They should call Leicestershire Constabulary on 0116 222 2222.
 
If any residents have information which may be of relevance to this crime, please phone the police (0116 222 2222).   
 
B    Also yesterday afternoon (19/5), at 5.15 pm, a white Mercedes flat-back pickup with a large grass cutter, was stolen from outside Bottesford Primary School.  It is believed the truck was then driven of towards Granby.  If anyone witnessed the theft, or has any other information which may be relevant, please call the police on 0116 222 2222.
 
If help is needed to contact the police on either of these crimes, please phone me on one of the numbers below.
 
Brian Kelk
Principal Coordinator
Bottesford Parish Neighbourhood Watch
Tel: 01949 842241     Mobile: 07803 869843