🚨 Appeal for information - Theft of a IFOR Williams trailer 🚨

We have received a report of a theft of an 'IFOR Williams trailer' from Cash Lane, Garmelow. This theft has occurred sometime between 23:00hrs on Wednesday 26th February and 01:00hrs on Thursday 27th February 2025. 

If you have seen anything suspicious around this location or you have any CCTV, Dash Camera footage or other information that may be connected to this incident please contact Staffordshire Police on 101 or via the Staffs Police website and quote incident ref; 0471 – 27th February 2025. You can also reply to this message or report anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.

Any information, no matter how small, could assist us in our investigation.

Ifor Williams trailers are popular targets of thieves due to their high value and ease of resale. To reduce the risk of theft, consider the following security measures: 

1. Physical Security Measures

• Wheel Clamps – Use heavy-duty wheel clamps to make it difficult for thieves to tow the trailer away.

• Hitch Locks – Fit a high-quality hitch lock to prevent the trailer from being easily hitched to another vehicle.

• Chassis or Coupling Locks – These prevent the trailer from being moved even if the hitch is compromised.

• Removable Hitch – If possible, remove the trailer’s hitch when it’s not in use to prevent unauthorized towing.

• Security Posts – Install a heavy-duty ground anchor or security post to physically block the trailer from being moved.

2. Parking and Storage

• Secure Location – Store the trailer in a locked garage, yard, or behind a secure gate.

• Block Access – Park another vehicle in front of the trailer or back it up against a wall to make it harder to move.

• Use CCTV – Install security cameras and signage to deter thieves.

• Lighting – Keep the area well-lit to reduce the risk of night-time theft.

3. Identification and Marking

• Security Marking – Engrave or stamp the trailer’s chassis with a unique identification number or your postcode.

• Datatag or CESAR System – Use forensic marking systems like Datatag or CESAR to make your trailer traceable.

• Hidden Tracking Devices – Install a GPS tracker so you can locate the trailer if it’s stolen.

Thanks for your time. 

Gareth