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Sheep rustling surge blamed on organised gangs

Rural crime is rising, with tractor thefts linked to export gangs, but it is the organised gangs rustling sheep that really concerns farmers.



Sheep rustling and tool theft account for rural crime increasing by 5 per cent in the past year to £44m, according to a report by NFU Mutual.


Source and read more: Channel 4 News