POLICE are appealing for information following the theft of metal from a yard in Launceston.

Sometime between April 12 and 18 April, thieves took between 8 to 12 galvanized steel cattle hurdles, which measure 6ft by 10ft and each is worth approximately £80.

The theft took place from the yard of Aldridge Warehousing LTD, Lowley Road, Pennygillam Industrial Estate, Launceston.

Police believe the offenders would have needed at least two people, along with a vehicle, to remove the items.

Officers are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has been offered the items for sale to contact them on 08452 777444, quoting log reference number BL/09/298.