Hawk team continue effort to protect county's rural communities
Four men have been arrested by officers protecting North Yorkshire's borders from the threat of travelling criminals.
Officers searched the vehicle and found a drum of red diesel, various tools, balaclavas and gloves.
The men, two aged 26 and two aged in their 40s, were arrested on suspicion of theft and going equipped for theft. They are currently in custody for questioning.
Their vehicle was also seized by the police.
Anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 - select option 1 - and pass information to the Force Control Room.
If you wish to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111.
Please quote reference 12130165779 when passing information about this incident.
Operation Hawk
Operation Hawk was established at the end of July to protect North Yorkshire's rural communities from the threat of travelling criminals.
Officers are using a number of resources to secure the county's borders and ensure that criminals find it very difficult to get into North Yorkshire and out again undetected.
Residents in isolated areas can also play a big part in Operation Hawk by acting as the police's eyes and ears. Intelligence gained from those communities can help officers to focus resources in the right areas, giving them a better chance of catching rural criminals.
Please report suspicious behaviour by calling North Yorkshire Police on 101 - select option 1 - and speak to the Force Control Room.
If an emergency response is required, always dial 999.
Information can also be passed on without giving your name by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
For more information about Operation Hawk visit the North Yorkshire Police website www.northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk
