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    Last Updated: 08/06/2026
    Crime
    Crime

    Police appeal for information about beer Defender theft

    by John Grainger

    | 08 Jun, 2026
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    nyp-magicrockbrewinglandrover
    The vehicle that was stolen.

    North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information after a Land Rover fitted with beer taps was stolen from a business site in Masham.

    The black and white Defender, which was stolen in April, features the words 'Magic Rock Brewing' on the side and the registration number CP12 OJE. 

    Due to its unique appearance, officers believe the vehicle is easily identifiable and may have been seen either being driven or parked since the theft.

    Although the Land Rover was stolen in Masham – the home of brewers Black Sheep and T&R Theakston – Magic Rock is a craft brewer based in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire.

    The force is particularly keen to hear from anyone who has seen the vehicle since it was stolen, and anyone who may have been offered a similar vehicle or bar equipment in suspicious circumstances.

    Anyone with information that could help the investigation should contact police on 101 quoting reference 12260078367 or email Sylvia.Matla@northyorkshire.police.uk.

    Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers.

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