A GANG of five thieves stole a Land Rover and then a trailer containing a large amount of Stella Artois lager.

The vehicle was taken from Court Lodge Farm, Whalley Road, Samlesbury, at around 9pm on Saturday night.

Shortly after the trailer and booze were taken from Clarendon Haulage, Myerscough Lane, Mellor Brook.

Police said it was believed the same offenders had scaled a fence at the haulage firm at around 11.30pm on Thursday, slashing the rear curtains on several vehicles to look inside, but leaving empty handed.

Officers said they were keen to hear from anyone who had information.