Tracker scheme recovers £35k worth of stolen goods

By Una Culkin
Published 22nd Sep 2022, 08:36 BST
Updated 22nd Sep 2022, 11:17 BST
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A pilot scheme by Causeway Coast and Glens Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) and the PSNI, in partnership with CanTrack Global Ltd, has led to the recovery of £35,000 worth of stolen assets.

Among the items returned to their rightful owner was a farm quad which was taken during a theft in July.

The pilot project, introduced in February 2020, aims to encourage farmers and the rural community to adopt crime prevention methods like the installation of tracking devices. By subsidising the cost of the PROTECT tracking unit and first year subscription, participants have been able to protect quads and agricultural vehicles.

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Speaking about the recovery, PCSP Chairperson, Councillor Adrian McQuillan said: “The PCSP is delighted by the success of the pilot rural tracker scheme, which has helped to ensure the recovery of valuable stolen equipment.

“Quads, like all agricultural vehicles, are an expensive commodity and their loss can have a serious detrimental impact on a farm or business. I hope that by emphasising the outcomes of this scheme we encourage others to adopt crime prevention measures to protect their property and livelihoods.

“Tackling rural crime is very much a joint effort and the Causeway Coast and Glens Policing and Community Safety Partnership recognise that it is important we continue to strengthen our relationships to ensure we are all doing everything we can to prevent and tackle the issue. This initiative clearly shows how effective partnership working can be.”