Thieves broke into a council depot and drove away with several thousands pounds worth machinery.Police are appealing for information following the break-in at the South Norfolk District Council site, in Station Lane, Ketteringham.

Thieves broke into a council depot and drove away with several thousands pounds worth of machinery.

Police are appealing for information following the break-in at the South Norfolk District Council site, in Station Lane, Ketteringham.

The burglary happened between 22.30pm yesterday and 3.30am this morning at the depot near Wymondham.

The offenders broke into the depot grounds by cutting through a fence and made off with about 40 lorry tyres, diesel generator, wood chipper, pressure washer, welder, hedge cutters, tools and Ford Ranger 4x4.

Contact Hethersett and Mulbarton Safer Neighbourhood Team on 0845 456 4567 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.