Surfboards and Trailer Stolen in Bude: Police Appeal for Information

Police are urging the public to come forward with information following a high-value theft near Bude that has left a local surf club reeling.

Theft at Widemouth Beach Car Park

The theft occurred between 4.30pm on Friday, 6th December, and 11am on Saturday, 7th December, at Widemouth Beach car park. An Ifor Williams box trailer, clearly marked with “OA Surf Club” in blue and white, was taken from the location.

Inside the trailer were 34 surfboards with a combined value of £15,000.

Police Seek CCTV and Witnesses

Investigating officers are asking anyone with CCTV or doorbell footage that might have captured suspicious activity in the area to get in touch.

They are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who might have noticed unusual behaviour during the theft timeframe or who may have purchased a trailer or surfboard similar to the one described.

How to Help

If you have any information, you are encouraged to contact the police on 101 or via their website quoting 50240308795.

This includes details about potential sales of trailers or surfboards resembling the items in the attached photograph.