A Land Rover belonging to Devon-based charity The Donkey Sanctuary has been stolen from a garage forecourt in Sidmouth.
Devon and Cornwall Police are investigating the theft of the vehicle, a 2001 Land Rover Defender 90 TD5, registration number WJ51 KZG, which was taken overnight between 5:30pm on Wednesday 25 May and 8:30am on Thursday 26 May.
It was parked on the forecourt of a Sidmouth garage, awaiting a small repair the following day.
The distinctive vehicle is green with a white hardtop roof and was used by staff at the sanctuary where it was an essential tool in helping to care for the charity’s rescued and relinquished donkeys.
Anybody that has information regarding the stolen Land Rover is urged to contact the police on 101 quoting the log number 384.
For interviews, images and information please contact The Donkey Sanctuary press office on 01395 573124 or 07870 849563 (including out of hours) or send an email.
The Donkey Sanctuary is the world's largest equine welfare charity. Our vision is a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued. We run 10 sanctuaries around the UK and Europe, giving lifelong care to more than 7,000 donkeys and mules. Our hospital treats sick donkeys and trains vets both nationwide and worldwide. Our donkey-facilitated learning programme helps vulnerable children and adults develop life skills by connecting with donkeys on an emotional and physical level. The charity operates programmes worldwide for animals working in agriculture, industry and transportation, and those used in the production of meat and skin.
Please note that the name ‘The Donkey Sanctuary’ should not be abbreviated to ‘Donkey Sanctuary’, and the word ‘The’ should always appear with a capital ‘T’ as above.