Hedge-trimming gear stolen in Eastwood robbery
The team from Rotherham Borough Council’s Streetpride department were at work on Fitzwilliam Road, Eastwood, when the incident happened at around 9.50am on Friday (29).
Initial reports from passers-by claimed that a group of men had made off with the equipment after threatening the team, who were working near to the BP petrol station at the time.
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Hide AdA police spokeswoman confirmed: “Police were called to Fitzwilliam Road, Rotherham, at about ten to ten this morning to reports of a theft.
“Enquiries are ongoing.”
Anyone who witnessed the robbery should contact police by dialling 101, quoting incident number 235 of November 29.