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Council appeal for information after theft of snow poles in Sutherland





Highland Council is asking the public to report any information they may have about the theft of snow poles taken from a section of the A838 route in Sutherland.

Highland Council is appealing to the public for information on the stolen poles.
Highland Council is appealing to the public for information on the stolen poles.

A member of the public contacted the council roads team to report that 12 snow poles had been cut off to near ground level on the A838 between the Skerricha Junctions (Laxford – Rhiconich).

The local authority has reported the theft to Police Scotland.

Highland Council’s head of roads, Tracey Urry said: “Roadside snow poles play an important role in the safety of all road users during the winter. In fact they are essential for drivers in remote areas when visibility is poor.

“Not only is this criminal damage to Council property, but it means a cost to the local authority as these vital poles will need to be replaced. Such expense would be better spent carrying out essential road improvements.”




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