BURGLARS believed to be operating on quad bikes have been targeting sheds and outbuildings, according to police.

Officers say they have had reports of “unknown persons” gaining access to sheds and outbuildings overnight and stealing tools an equipment “over the past couple of days”.

It is believed the culprits are getting around on quad bikes.

A statement from police read: “We have had reports over the past couple of days in relation to unknown persons gaining access to sheds and out buildings over night and stealing tools and equipment.

“We do not know who these persons are but it is believed that offenders were seen leaving on a quad bike.

“Please make sure that outer buildings are left secure and please report any suspicious persons or incidents through 101.”