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A red and grey Massey-Ferguson 35 tractor with a loader attached was taken from Sparkford at around 5pm on Wednesday March 05 2008.
A blue Ford tractor and hydraulic rammer were taken from Castle Cary some time between Saturday February 02 2008 and Monday March 03 2008. It had been left at the site of some ongoing work.
On Saturday March 08 2008 tractor weights, batteries and hub caps were stolen from North Cheriton.
A red Case tractor and plough were taken from Chard between Sunday March 09 and Monday March 10 2008.
Somerton Neighbourhood Inspector Andy Pritchard said: "It is highly unusual to see this number of thefts of tractors in our area. I would urge farmers to make sure their equipment is secured when not in use, especially if it has recently been offered for sale, as at least one of these vehicles was. I would also recommend that equipment is marked with their post-code and keep a note of serial numbers."
Insp Pritchard urged rural residents to keep an eye out for anyone behaving suspiciously around farms, outbuildings, and farm machinery. "If you spot anyone behaving suspiciously, make a note of any vehicle numbers and call police on 0845 456 7000" he said.
Anyone with any information about who is responsible for the thefts can call police on 0845 456 7000 or contact the independent Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111. Calls to Crimestoppers could lead to a reward.
