Crimestoppers
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Crime in rural Gloucestershire
Criminal gangs target rural areas. Together we can stop them.
Criminals operate in rural communities. They are organised, deliberate, intimidating and repetitive. Do you know who’s involved?
You can tell our charity 100% anonymously.
Organised gangs steal machinery and target wildlife to fund their other criminal activities or to launder money. They think nothing of harming our local wildlife, environment and communities, putting those who live and work in the countryside under threat.
Rural communities and businesses are often aware that criminal activity is happening, but for a variety of reasons they may not want to talk to the police; that’s why the existence and availability of our anonymous service is so important.
Theft of farm equipment 
Valuable farming equipment is being stolen to meet increased overseas demand, with criminals specifically targeting quad bikes, tractor GPS technology, and large farm machinery.
Farms are not just businesses, they are family homes. Theft has huge financial repercussions for those who rely on livestock and machinery for their livelihood, and it also leaves rural communities feeling vulnerable and fearful for personal safety.
Wildlife crime 
Wildlife crime covers a range of unlawful actions against our wild animals and plants. Increasingly, betting syndicates organise hare coursing and badger baiting to fund other criminal activities, whilst poaching wild animals is seen as a way to launder money gained through crime.
Learn more about the types of wildlife crime, the signs to look out for, and how to help.
Environmental crime 
Organised criminals attack rural environments in a variety of ways, from large scale illegal dumping to damaging heritage sites and it often has a detrimental impact on surrounding wildlife, livestock and communities too.
Learn more about the types of environmental crime, the signs to look out for, and how to help.
