Witness appeal following theft of a towed caravan- Fairport Cropredy Convention

Hello Resident,

We are appealing for witnesses following a report of theft of a towed caravan in Fairport Cropredy Convention (Field 7a). 

The incident occurred at some point between (11:50pm and 00:30am) between Friday 14/08/2026 and Saturday 15/08/2026. 

Between 11:50pm on 14/08/2026 and 00:30am on 15/08/2026, an unknown offender stole a ‘Swift Sprite’ touring caravan from the campsite area of the Cropredy Festival, travelling along School Lane, Cropredy. Witnesses described the suspect vehicle as a silver Mercedes, however no registration mark or further vehicle details are known.  The vehicle reportedly left the location towing the caravan without illuminated lights. 

Investigating officer, PC Tom Freeman, based at Banbury Police Station said; “We would like to speak to anyone who has information, CCTV or dash cam footage within the area at this time to please come forward.  

"If you have any information around this incident, please contact the Thames Valley Police enquiry centre on 101 quoting reference 43260422957 or online.  

“If you do not want to talk to the police, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”