POLICE are appealing for witnesses and anybody with dashcam footage to come forward to assist with an investigation into a high-value burglary in Yeovil.
Avon and Somerset Police said a group of people gained access to a yard on Hendford Hill and stole 'a significant quanitity' of heavy-duty construction machinery between 4.30pm on Saturday, February 28 and 7pm on Sunday, March 1.
Police officers said they believe the burglary was carefully planned by two individuals on February 28, between 7.20am and 7.30am ahead of a return to the site the following day.
On March 1, between 4.30pm and 7pm, access to the site was gained, and the offenders loaded an HGV with several valuable items before leaving the site via Lysander Road.
Police said CCTV and witness enquiries have been carried out, and intelligence checks have been conducted while the investigation continues.
Police are therefore appealing to anybody who may have been in the area and who may have seen multiple individuals entering the premises during the times stated on February 28 and March 1.
Avon and Somerset Police are also looking to identify individuals who later arrived and helped in transporting equipment off the site.
The lorry, which is believed to have entered and exited the site via Lysander Road, is described as a large full-size HGV with blue, high-sided curtains which cover the main cargo area. A small, dark vehicle also followed the lorry onto the site.
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Police are interested in hearing from drivers who were travelling along Hendford Hill, Lysander Road and other nearby routes who may have relevant dashcam footage during the times on the two dates stated.
They would also like to hear from any residents and businesses who may have CCTV or dashcam footage from around the times and dates stated, which could assist them with their enquiries.
Anybody with knowledge of any unusual movement of heavy machinery, attempts to sell such equipment, or those who may have witnessed suspicious behaviour or unfamiliar people and vehicles around local storage yards, is asked to contact the police.
Neighbourhood inspector Rose Green said: “We understand the recent high‑value burglary on Hendford Hill has caused concern within the local community.
“We want to reassure residents and businesses that this investigation is ongoing, and officers are working tirelessly to identify those responsible and bring them to justice. A detailed review of CCTV has been completed, and further enquiries are being carried out to gather all available evidence.
“This was a sophisticated and organised high-value burglary, and we urge anybody with information, no matter how small or trivial it may seem, to contact us.”
If you can help, call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5226057948, or complete the online appeals form.
You can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their anonymous form.
No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded, and you will not go to court or have to speak to the police when contacting Crimestoppers.
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