Police urge witnesses to come forward after digger stolen from building site in Derbyshire town

Police are asking the public to help their investigation after a digger was stolen in a Derbyshire town.
By Tom Hardwick
Published 19th Apr 2022, 14:00 BST
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Derbyshire Police are currently investigating an incident that occurred at a building site on Stubley Lane, Dronfield. Between 5.00am and 5.20am on Tuesday, April 5, a mini digger was stolen from the site.

Officers are appealing for witnesses who may have seen or heard something at the time. They are also encouraging residents to check their CCTV or dashcam footage, in case they have captured anything that can assist with the investigation.

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The digger was stolen in the early hours of the morning.The digger was stolen in the early hours of the morning.
The digger was stolen in the early hours of the morning.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has information relating to it, is encouraged to contact Derbyshire Police using any of the below methods, quoting reference number 22*192091:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.