Police appeal after two separate high value thefts of plant equipment in Wishaw

Both items are large and would have required to have been towed using another vehicle.

Police are appealing for witnesses following two separate high value thefts of plant equipment in the Wishaw area.

Between 6pm on Thursday, November 23, and 8am the following morning, a Compare air compressor was stolen from a premises on Glasgow Road.

Meanwhile, at approximately 10pm on Monday, November 27, a generator and trailer were stolen from the breast cancer screening facility situated within the car park of Wishaw Sports Centre in Alexander Street.

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Both items are large and would have required to have been towed using another vehicle.

Officers are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed these thefts or who may have dashcam footage which could assist enquiries.

Details can be passed to officers via 101.

Please quote reference number 0502 of Tuesday 28th November.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where details can be given in confidence.

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