Members of Devon's rural communities are being encouraged to put themselves forward for training as Special Constables... as part of new plans to improve policing in the countryside.
The new Police and Crime Commissioner is responding to calls for a more visible police presence ... to prevent thefts of vehicles and equipment, rustling, fly-tipping and other rural crimes.
But Tony Hogg says people must also help prevent crime through schemes such as Farm Watch.
Deaths of man and woman in two counties being linked
Dawlish's black swan lose nests in floods
Trains cancelled as flood damage continues
Torbay tourism facing pressures
What is the future of vulnerable but vital Slapton Line?
