Large Quantity of Diesel Stolen from Building Site

Saturday, 23 January 2010 00:00

Police are appealing for information after a large quantity of red diesel fuel was stolen from a building site in West Baldwin, Braddan.

The theft of about 300 litres occurred sometime in the weeks between 10th December and 18th January.

The fuel was stored in a PVC tank on the site.

Police want to reiterate past messages about the perils of storing such quantities of fuel and how it can lead to these types of crimes.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact their local police station immediately.

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