
Thousands of pounds-worth of equipment has been stolen from Workington Comets’ Northside track.
The break-in is believed to have taken place in the early hours of today, Wednesday, May 29.
It seems the storage building housing the track equipment, which includedg strimmers, grass cutters, power tools and other equipment, was targeted.
A spokesman for the Comets said: “We are currently estimating the loss to be substantial, with thousands of pounds-worth of equipment stolen.
“A thorough police and forensics investigation is ongoing where we hope to get more answers going forward.
“Workington speedway is aiming to get back on track for our home meeting against Plymouth on June 15.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101.