Vandals killed over 2,000 bees on Scottish farm

Police Scotland Tayside are appealing for information following reports of vandalism at Tofthill Farm in Inchyra. 

The incident, which took place between 5pm on Friday 24th May and 10am on Saturday 25th May, saw various items damaged. 

This includes boxes containing approximately 2,000 bees.  

Heartbreaking act 

A farm spokesperson said: “We are incredibly disappointed to be subjected to a vandalism at the weekend.  

“Aside from jumping on our equipment and damaging it, the most heartbreaking aspect of it is that some 2,000 bees were killed and dozens of fresh strawberry plants were maliciously damaged.  

“Bees are truly the most magnificent and efficient pollinators on any farm, and it’s thanks to them that we all get fed.  

“After an incredibly difficult winter for farming, where it is getting harder and harder to produce food, we only have utter contempt for the individuals who have caused thousands of pounds worth of damage.” 

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the police on 101, quoting incident 1838 of 25/05/24 and crime ref CR/0190102/24. 

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