Welsh police Dyfed-Powys Police unveil marked tractor as new addition to fleet
The 'novelty piece of kit' comes complete with flashing blue lights
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.A Welsh police force has unveiled its new high-tech crime fighting tool in rural Wales – a marked tractor complete with flashing blue lights.
Dyfed-Powys Police said they hoped the “novelty piece of kit” would strike a chord with residents when it was unveiled during the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show.
The tractor was given a makeover for the force to use during the summer.
Inspector Tim Davies of Pembrokeshire division said: "We're very impressed with this new piece of kit.
“We are hoping it'll encourage people to come and have a look and to then speak to us at events over the summer.
“Engagement with our rural communities is important to us, and we want people to come and discuss any concerns they may have about rural crime.
"We're sure it will appeal to children and adults alike, and as part of the fun why not have your photo taken with the police tractor."
However, the vehicle is only on loan from an agricultural machinery dealer and will be handed back later in 2014. It will appear at the Pembrokeshire County Show in August.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments