THOUSANDS of pounds worth of power tools were stolen after raids at warehouses in Landford, according to Wiltshire Police.

The thefts took place at four separate units off New Road at just after midnight on Friday (November 3).

“In total, several thousands of pounds worth of power tools and mechanical items were stolen,” a police spokesperson said.

“The offenders then made off inside a Ford Transit van stolen from the site.”

They left the site at 12.26am, they said.

“Enquiries are currently at the very early stages but are continuing,” they added.

Anyone who saw or heard any suspicious activity in the area of New Road between midnight and 12.30am on Friday morning should contact police on 101 and quote reference number 54230116270. They can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.