Sheep stolen from Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm
Eleven sheep have been stolen from Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm in Oxfordshire, prompting a police investigation with no arrests made yet. Clarkson, who discovered the theft with Kaleb Cooper, estimates the loss at over £2,000 and suggests the farm's fame from "Clarkson's Farm" might have made it a target.
Why it matters
This incident highlights rural crime issues, specifically livestock theft, which can significantly impact farmers. The involvement of a celebrity like Jeremy Clarkson brings wider attention to these challenges faced by agricultural communities.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Curtis Lancaster South of England PA Media No arrests have been made and police have appealed for information Eleven sheep have been stolen from Diddly Squat Farm belonging to presenter Jeremy Clarkson.
Thames Valley Police said it received reports on Wednesday that the animals had been taken from the farm in Chadlington, Oxfordshire, within the last 10 days.
It said officers spoke with Clarkson at the scene on Thursday, adding that no arrests had been made and anyone with information should get in contact.
The 66-year-old told The Sun he discovered the animals were missing when he went to count his flock with Clarkson's Farm co-star Kaleb Cooper.
The former Top Gear and The Grand Tour presenter appealed for those responsible to "put them back".
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