Google Earth used by Koi Carp thieves to target property: Avon and Somerset
(BS40 - Monday, 1 June, 2009)

Police are asking the public to be vigilant and check the security of gardens and outbuildings following recent incidents of overnight theft.

In a incident last night a man has had £2000 worth of Koi Carp stolen from his pond between midnight and 3am.

The pump to the pond was cut and all the water drained out into his garden where the 4 Koi Carp and 4 Orphs were then removed.

The owner says the fish will most likely die in transport.

Besides the theft from ponds police have highlighted there has been a theft from an out building in Chew Stoke in recent nights where a hedge cutter and tools were taken and a theft of garden furniture from a house in Chew Magna.

Trespassers were also disturbed and made off from Littleton Lane near Winford last night.

"Advice is for householders to ensure their tools and outdoor equipment is secure at night and to be aware of the problem.

"Please report any suspicious persons or vehicles seen in the area, and be particularly vigilant during the evening." says Tim Stuckes, Inspector Keynsham and Chew Valley Neighbourhoods.

Recent media has also reported that GoogleEarth is being used to see what is in peoples gardens in certain postcodes.

Anyone with information should call Avon and Somerset Police on 0845 456 7000.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. 

Police Force: Avon and Somerset

Address:
Littleton Lane
Winford
Bristol
SOMERSET
BS40