200 litres of red diesel was stolen from a tractor in the Penrith area.
Cumbria police said enquiries were ongoing into the incident and reminded people living in rural areas to consider preventative measures they could take.
The constabulary said: “Farmhouses and other rural properties are the same as any other home, so general home security advice still applies
“However, because of the remote location, additional security measures may be beneficial.”
It said to protect rural homes or businesses people should:
- Keep the boundaries of your land and property well-maintained and secure.
- Keep all doors and windows shut and locked when not in use.
- Remove keys and keep vehicles locked away and out of sight.
- Install a visible burglar alarm.
- Make sure windows and door frames are secure and in good repair.
- Fit strong locks to sheds, garages, and outbuildings.
- Fit good quality window locks.
- Consider security bars for vulnerable windows and openings.
- Make sure gates cannot be lifted off or have their fixing bolts removed.
- Check security equipment regularly to ensure it works properly.
- Use locking posts or temporary obstructions to control wide access points to yards.
