Appeal for Information - Cable Thefts in the Kirk Smeaton Area

Appeal for Information - Cable Thefts in the Kirk Smeaton Area

North Yorkshire Police have received numerous reports of cable thefts in the Kirk Smeaton area.

Confirmed thefts from fibre-optic cables on Went Edge Road occurred on 16/10/26, 18/10/26 and 24/10/26, causing significant disruption to local services.

In addition, British Transport Police have received multiple reports of cable thefts from railway lines in the Womersley, Eggborough and Knottingley areas, resulting in disruption to railway crossings and rail services.

As part of ongoing enquiries, officers have identified the following vehicles of interest:

Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with CCTV, dashcam footage, or information relating to these incidents to come forward.

If you have any information or footage that may assist enquiries, please contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting reference 12260209167.

Thank you for your assistance.