A NUMBER of sheep have been stolen from a field near Coughton, Alcester.

Between Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, November 29 the animals were taken from the paddock near to the A435 Birmingham Road.

It is believed the offenders parked their vehicle in the lay-by on the A435.

Anyone with information is urged to call the police on 101 quoting incident number 95/30112015.

More details to follow.