FUEL has been stolen from tractors in a village near Sheriff Hutton.

Police said that the theft happened between 6pm on February 20 and 5.20am the next day.

"Fuel has been stolen from vehicles from a farm in West Lilling," they said on the community messaging system.

"Unknown persons have entered the farm yard and approached tractors to remove the fuel.

"If you have witnessed this incident or have any further information please contact police on 101, reference 12180030779."