West Mercia Police have launched an appeal for information after a grey Land Rover Discovery was stolen from the car park of The Bandon Arms pub in Bridgnorth, Shropshire. The vehicle was taken without its keys at approximately 1am on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
The force confirmed that CCTV at the location did not capture any evidence relating to the theft, prompting officers to ask local residents and motorists for help in identifying those responsible.
Details of the theft
The incident occurred during the early hours of August 23 at The Bandon Arms, a pub located in Bridgnorth. The grey Discovery was removed from the car park without the keys being used, according to a spokesperson for West Mercia Police.
In a statement, the spokesperson said: "A grey Land Rover Discovery was stolen from the car park of the Bandon Arms during the early hours of 23 August 2026, at approximately 1.00am. The vehicle was taken without the keys. Unfortunately, CCTV at the location has not captured any evidence relating to the theft."
Police appeal and community impact
The appeal is part of ongoing work to tackle vehicle crime in the region. The spokesperson added: "This appeal supports our ongoing work to tackle vehicle crime and protect our communities, which remains a priority under local neighbourhood policing and crime prevention activity. We understand that vehicle theft has a significant impact on victims and can cause concern within the community."
Officers are urging anyone who saw suspicious activity near The Bandon Arms during the early hours of August 23 to come forward. They are also seeking any CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage that could assist the investigation.
How to help
West Mercia Police have asked residents to check their devices and report any relevant material. The spokesperson said: "We want residents to feel reassured that enquiries are ongoing and that information provided by the public can play a vital role in helping identify offenders and recover stolen property. If you saw anything suspicious in the area around the Bandon Arms during the early hours of 23 August, or if you have CCTV, dashcam, doorbell footage, or any information that could assist the investigation, please get in touch."
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact West Mercia Police directly, as the investigation continues and the force works to recover the stolen vehicle and identify those involved.
