Appeal following damage and theft in forest area near Buckie
Officers are appealing for information following the theft of fuel and oil, and a report of damage at two contracting sites in the Hill of Maud forest area, near Buckie.
Between 11am on Friday, 15 August, and 8am on Monday, 18 August, significant damage was caused to a welfare unit within the forest, entry was forced and two barrels of hydraulic oil were taken.
It was also discovered that entry had been forced to a diesel storage tank and the diesel taken.
Constable Bryony Munro said: “These thefts and damage are being linked and enquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible.
“We are appealing to anyone who may have been in the Hill of Maud area between these dates and seen anything suspicious to get in touch.”
Anyone who can help is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1484 of Monday, 18 August, 2025, or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
