Kendal police are investigating another burglary in the area.
In the latest in a growing list of recent incidents, there was a break-in last night at a business premises near Kirkby Lonsdale.
Tools were stolen, and other local businesses are being reminded to check security.
PCSO Martin Boak said: "Please (remember) to check on your own security especially in isolated rural areas, and also make Police aware of any suspicious persons or vehicular activity on 101, Crime information can also be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."