We are appealing for witnesses following a theft from a van that was parked on York Road, Tadcaster. 

The incident occurred at sometime between the hours of 6pm on the 7th May and 6:15am on the 8th May and involved person(s) breaking into a van and removing battery packs for power tools, screw guns, a drill, angle grinders, wood saw and a multi tool. 

We are aware of the impact that this has on the local community, but please be reassured that these kinds of incidents are rare for Tadcaster and the neighbourhood policing team will be looking into the matter further. 

If you have any information relating to the incident then please get in touch by calling 101 or via our website, quoting the relevant reference number - NYP-08052025-0315.  

Theft from motor vehicles are often opportunistic and offenders, hoping that the vehicle is unlocked, will try door handles. Please remain vigilant, ensure all doors are locked and that you do not leave valuables inside your vehicles.

Your mobile phone, coins for the car park, sunglasses, packs of medication or other items that can earn quick cash are irresistible to the opportunist thief.

Make sure to physically check that doors and window are locked, especially if you have used the remote to lock the vehicle, then look inside again to make sure you’ve not left anything on display, including ensuring that your glove box is closed.

Vans are often targeted by thieves for the tools stored inside. If you must leave tools in a van overnight, it's a good idea to mark them clearly with your name / company name and address using paint pens and seal with a clear lacquer spray. Items that are clearly marked are less desirable and more difficult to sell on.