A range of agricultural items and produce have been stolen some time after Sunday June 20, 2010 leaving the victim to suffer a significant financial loss.

Police examining the crime scene believe a truck of at least medium rigid size was used in the commission of the offence which saw a large number of items stolen, some of the major losses include an orange Kubota Tractor, white Ford Courier Utility (tray back), a large grey trailer, red Yamaha quad bike, a large number of bales of wool and one red wool press.

Police believe any number of these items were loaded onto a truck and driven from the scene.

On the back of hardship experienced by primary producers due to prolonged period of drought, the significant financial loss this theft represents for the victim is profound.

Police Rural Crime Investigator, Archie French, is following a number of leads assisted by Detectives from Young and Tumut.

Police are appealing to members of the public for information relating to the theft including any sightings of vehicles or property as described between Sunday June 20, 2010 and Tuesday June 22, 2010 in the Rugby area or wider district.

Any person with information is encouraged to contact Detective French at Tumut Police Station (02 69477113) or Crime Stoppers on

1800 333 000.

The theft should also serve as a reminder to those involved in the rural industry to be vigilant in protecting their properties from theft and reporting incidents of theft and suspicious activity to police.

To report rural or other crimes or for advice on securing you property, please contact your local Rural Crime Investigator.

For alternatives to reporting crime contact the Police Assistance Line 131444 or to report information anonymously contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.