A TRACTOR stolen near Worcester has prompted a police investigation.

An orange-coloured, Kubota STA35 tractor has been stolen on Smite Lane, in Smite, on Tuesday (January 17).

The theft occurred at about 7.30am and police are appealing for further information.

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Anyone who may have any information relating to the theft or that may have been in the area around the time of the incident is being asked to contact West Mercia Police.

Anyone with information about the theft can let police know using the online ‘Tell Us About’ form on www.westmercia.police.uk, quoting incident reference 00098_I_17012023.

Alternatively, they can pass on information anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting their website: www.crimestoppers-uk.org.