Farm & Equine Only County
Rural Crime Team Report on Recent Livestock Worrying Incident
The Rural Crime Team have been investigating an offence of Livestock Worrying, which took place in the Dorsington area of South Warwickshire. The incident involved a brown spaniel dog that was being walked off the lead near to fields with sheep. The dog was not under close control and ran off into a neighbouring field…
Read MoreOperation Recall – Raising Awareness of Livestock Worrying
As we approach the Easter weekend and the weather begins to improve livestock and horse owners, the police and partner agencies, such as the NFU, CLA, National Sheep Association, etc, nationally, are working together to raise the awareness of people being responsible dog owners and keeping their dogs on a lead when near livestock. Sadly…
Read MoreGPS Thefts From Agricultural Vehicles & Machinery
Warwickshire Police link in nationally with other forces on Operation Walrus which relates to the theft of GPS equipment from agricultural vehicles and implements. Reports are being reported by a number of forces, including one incident recently in the Rugby area of our county. If you have this kind of equipment on the farm please…
Read MoreREMINDER – ENGAGEMENT EVENT TONIGHT for Farmers, Horse Owners & Rural Communities
On Tuesday 27th February, between 6.30pm and 8pm, a ‘One Stop Shop’ engagement evening is being held by partner agencies for all farmers and horse owners to provide information, advice and an opportunity to chat about any issues or concerns at Wootton Wawen Village Hall, Alcester Road, Wootton Wawen, Henley in Arden, B95 6AY. Those…
Read MoreSaddles and Horse Tack Stolen in Budbrooke – UPDATE
Crime Ref: 23/5978/24 – Update to descriptions Sometime between 13.00 hrs and 23.45 hrs on 6th February, unknown offender(s) forced entry to a vehicle parked near to Warwick Railway Station at Budbrooke and stole 3 x saddles, bridle parts, horse girths and saddle cloths. The saddles are very identifiable, 1 x Erreplus Essenza dressage saddle, 17”,…
Read MoreSaddles and Horse Tack Stolen in Budbrooke
Crime Ref: 23/5978/24 – UPDATE Sometime between 13.00 hrs and 23.45 hrs on 6th February, unknown offender(s) forced entry to a vehicle parked near to Warwick Railway Station at Budbrooke and stole 3 x saddles, bridle parts, horse girths and saddle cloths. The saddles are very identifiable, 1 x Erreplus Essenza dressage saddle, 17”, 34, black…
Read MoreWarwickshire Police Rural Crime Team Newsletter
Please find attached for your information the Warwickshire Police Rural Crime Team newsletter for January 2024: Newsletter January 2024 V2
Read MoreGreat Advice For Horses in Cold Weather
From the British Horse Society: Now the temperature is falling and ice is starting to form on water troughs and buckets it’s important to remember the vital role water plays in hydration and digestion. If your horse doesn’t have enough water it can affect how food passes along the gut, increasing the risk of impaction…
Read MoreWarwickshire Road Safety Partnership Recognised in National British Horse Society Awards
Great to hear that Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership have been awarded The British Horse Society Tarquin Trophy for excellent service by an organisation or business in the cause of equestrian safety. The Warwickshire Police Rural Crime Team coordinator was part of this team who helped make films and clips promoting the important message of passing…
Read MoreFireworks – Horses, Livestock and Pets
If you are planning to celebrate bonfire night with fireworks, please inform horse owners and farmers in your local area, so that they can make sure they can plan and prepare appropriately. Horses are flight animals and can become stressed by loud bangs and sudden flashes of lights in the sky Read more here about…
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