Focus on farm thefts

Police are encouraging the community to report thefts from farms and rural properties as soon as possible.

Theft of farming equipment and livestock often has a flow-on effect through the community.

Farmers are encouraged to check stock numbers regularly, make sure livestock is identified at an early age (microchipped and ear tags) and ensure fencing is secured and gates are locked.

Suspicious vehicles and activities in the area should be reported.

Crime prevention tips for farm and rural safety are available at police.vic.gov.au/farm-andrural-safety

Anyone with any information about livestock or farm theft should phone the Police Assistance Line on 131 444 or visit police.vic.gov.au/palolr

An anonymous Crime Stoppers report can also be made by phoning 1800 333 000 or emailing crimestoppersvic.com.au

Installing anti-theft screws is an easy way to prevent number plate theft.

If your number plates are stolen, you must report the theft to VicRoads, pay to

Use the screws

have new number plates issued, change your registration and car insurance details and change your toll road (EastLink, CityLink) account details.

For information, visit vacc.com.au or police.vic.gov.au/safepl8

Reports of hoon driving help police target repeat offenders and focus on specific areas.

Are you able to provide a description of vehicles involved (make, model, colour, registration number)? You can report this to Crime Stoppers without revealing your identity.

Phone 1800 333 000 or report it online at crimestoppersvic.com.au

Report a hoon