We are appealing for information in relation to the theft of 66 lambs in the Blackhill area of Peterhead.
22 lambs were been taken from the field adjacent to the Howe of Buchan Roundabout, Peterhead and a further 44 from the field adjacent to Blackhill house, Peterhead.
This happened between Tuesday, 20 January and Friday, 13 February, 2026.
The lambs re taken from the two fields using a Ford Ranger type vehicle with a large three axle livestock trailer.
If you have any information or CCTV in relation to this incident you can :
• Contact Police on 101 or using the “Contact Us” form on the Police Scotland website https://orlo.uk/KT8wB
• Report anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.
Ref : PS-20260216-2499
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Police Scotland’s North East Division covers rural and urban areas in Moray, Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. The division has five territorial command areas which have their own dedicated Area Commander, who is responsible for the daily policing function. Each command area is served by a number of community policing teams whose activities are built around the needs of the local community. These teams respond to local calls and look for long term solutions to key issues. They are assisted by the division’s Crime Reduction Unit who deliver against Force and local priorities in a number of areas, including physical and social crime prevention, supporting and enhancing community engagement and creating and sustaining strong and effective partnership working.
