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Trailer thieves beware...
At Bedfordshire RCAT, we have a range of specialist tools and training to help identify stolen trailers, plant and machinery. Our officers are equipped with DataTag scanners, VINChip scanners, and have received specialist training from the National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service (NaVCIS) in identifying vehicles, plant, machinery and trailers that criminals often try to disguise or pass off as legitimate.
Today, that expertise paid off.
While examining a trailer, officers were able to identify it as stolen, linking it to one crime report and then connecting it to a second investigation. As a result, evidence has since been established that links the trailer to an offender who has already been in custody. All of this started as a conversation between a farmer and Police Officer on RCAT, and this is why working together is so important.
Criminals often believe changing identities, removing markings or moving equipment across force boundaries will prevent detection. The reality is that modern forensic marking systems, vehicle identification methods and specialist police training make it increasingly difficult to hide stolen property.
So, if you've been involved in handling stolen trailers, plant or machinery, don't be surprised if Bedfordshire RCAT comes knocking on your door in the near future...
If you have information about rural crime, theft of trailers, plant or machinery, please report it to Bedfordshire Police or contact Crimestoppers anonymously. 
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