Farmers in East Lothian get free stickers to deter vehicle thieves. Police can quickly check vehicles.
Police are helping farmers. They provide waterproof stickers. Farmers put them on tractors and machines. Stickers tell police to check the vehicle. Police will check ownership and usage. This happens during unusual hours. Illegal drivers will get caught faster this way.
East Lothian had more rural thefts recently. It’s worse than last year at the same time. Police worked with several groups to create the sticker. Farmers get the stickers for free. Police give them out at farms and events.
A police officer, Lynn Black, spoke. She said rural crime hurts communities. The sticker helps find vehicle thieves. Police can now check vehicles with stickers. They ensure drivers have permission.
Road police know about the sticker program. Local police also know about it. They can check vehicles and address concerns. East Lothian fights rural crime thoroughly. Police work with partners and farmers. They reduce crime and catch criminals.
Image Credits and Reference: https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2025/02/now-initiative-launched-to-help-prevent-rural-crime-in-east-lothian/