POLICE are appealing for information following the theft of 160 sheep from a field.

Thieves struck at land next to the A352 between Wool and East Stoke between November 2-4, police said.

PC Adam Taylor of Wareham police, said: “The thieves would have needed a good understanding of livestock and used a large vehicle, possibly a six or eight wheeler type lorry, to move the sheep.

“I am appealing to witnesses and anyone who may have seen any unusual activity in the area around this time.

“All the sheep had colour markings and were electronically tagged. If anyone has been offered sheep in unusual circumstances or for very low prices please contact the police on 101.”