The convictions follow an investigation involving the Humberside Police Rural Task Force, community patrol officers and CID officers.

Two brothers who stole from farms in the rural Yorkshire Wolds have been jailed after being caught trying to leave the country.

Humberside Police is asking people to be aware possible heritage crime across the region following national concerns over thefts at churches and other historic buildings.

Operation Yellowfin continues to target criminals who are stealing motorbikes and using them to commit crime and anti-social behaviour.

From listed buildings, registered parks and gardens, scheduled monuments and even a protected battle ground. Humberside is abundant with sites and areas of Heritage and Cultural significance. As a team we understand the importance of protecting this heritage for future generations. Once it’s lost, stolen or damaged it is truly irreplaceable.”

Dangerous farm tools were snatched in a burglary, which took place overnight, on a farm in Rise between February 6 and February 7.

'You were three-and-a-half times the legal limit and this was a disgraceful piece of driving' - judge at Grimsby Crown Court

The Pasture Masters have reminded all drivers to adhere to speed limits in the area

The Humberside Police Rural Task Force is warning people to be aware of fishing laws before they head out with their rods and nets.