Thieves raided three outbuildings in Tolleshunt D’Arcy and stole £1,000 of tools.
The tools, which included a Bulldog generator, were taken from outbuildings in Maldon Road between 8am and 2pm on November 14.
Some £100 of damage was also caused to wooden panels of the buildings.
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101.
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