The incidents took place in parts of Barnham, Yapton and Walberton, as well as neighbouring Eastergate and Fontwell between Friday, November 23 and Monday, November 26. A spokeswoman from Sussex Police said a number of high-value tools were taken, including a specialist winch stolen from a tree surgeon’s truck, in Arundel Road, Fontwell, overnight between Thursday, November 22 and the following day, meaning the owner cannot work. Detectives are advising that wherever possible tools and equipment are postcode marked and serial numbers are recorded to ensure identification in case tools are recovered in the future. They also advise that vehicles are locked, even if you are working close by. Anyone who has information regarding the thefts, or those who notice anything suspicious is asked to contact Sussex Police on 101 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.