Lincolnshire Police launch investigation to raid of WH Brand in Whaplode Drove

A car dealership was raided by thieves - a day after celebrating its 100th anniversary.

WH Brand in Whaplode Drove marked its milestone anniversary earlier this week. It was founded by William Horace Brand on February 3, 1925.

However, Lincolnshire Police are now investigating after thieves loaded up a white Ford van with equipment at the dealership yesterday (Tuesday) and drove off.

Sales manager Adam Brand, the fifth generation, feels the business was targeted.

He said: “It is a sad and disappointing start to our 100 year celebrations.

“We were targeted by thieves who stole valuable goods including gear boxes, alloy wheels and tyres.

“We are urging customers and fellow businesses to be extra vigilant.”

Police are looking into the incident which happened between 11am and 11.10am.

A spokesman said: “ A van is reported to have driven onto the premises of a business in Broadgate, Whaplode Drove, where they loaded two hand gearboxes, wheels and tyres into the van and drove off.

“The van involved is a white Ford van with a distinctive black bonnet and the words Demolition written on the bonnet and sides of the vehicle.

“We are appealing for anyone who has information about the theft of this equipment to contact us.

Anyone who has any information is asked to call 101 quoting ref 25000069300.

Alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 anonymously.