A TRAILER belonging to a local Sea Cadets unit has been stolen from Redditch in what leaders have described as a ‘deeply disappointing’ incident.
The branded box trailer, owned by Redditch and Bromsgrove Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets, was taken from Upper Crossgate Road at around 12.47am on Wednesday (February 25).
In a statement on social media, commanding officer S/Lt (SCC) Lisa Wood MA RNR said the unit was ‘extremely disappointed’ by the theft.
“The trailer is clearly branded ‘Redditch & Bromsgrove Sea Cadets’ and displays our official unit crest,” she said.
“It is not a plain trailer. It is instantly recognisable and directly linked to a local youth charity supporting young people in our community.”
The trailer is used to transport essential equipment for training exercises, competitions, community events and parades. Its loss is expected to have a direct impact on cadets’ activities in the coming weeks.
The unit has issued a public appeal urging anyone who sees the trailer or is offered it for sale to come forward.
“To anyone offered this trailer: it is stolen. It is identifiable. It is traceable. It is far too hot to handle,” she said.
“We are asking our community, friends, supporters and neighbouring units to please share this widely. The more visibility it has, the harder it becomes to sell or move.”
Anyone who sees the trailer, is offered it, or notices suspicious activity involving a branded Sea Cadets trailer is urged to contact the unit directly or report information to police, quoting the relevant crime reference number once issued.
“We are incredibly proud of our cadets and the work they do across Redditch and Bromsgrove. We will not allow this to set them back.”
West Mercia Police have been contacted for a statement.
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