A tank of red diesel and two batteries have been stolen from an excavator on the Druminskill Road at Florencecourt.

A lock on the excavator was damaged during the theft, which took place between 5pm on Thursday, October 16, and 11am on Tuesday, October 21 Anyone who can help police with their enquiries is asked to contact them on the 101 number, quoting reference number 509211014.

In another incident at Florencecourt a length of overhead cable was stolen on Friday, October 17.

Constable Rebecca Cummings of the PSNI said police are keen to hear from anyone who noticed suspicious activity in the area, particularly between 1pm and 5pm.

Again the number to call with information is 101, quoting reference number 211201014. Otherwise ring the confidential Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.