Southern District Police are investigating the theft of an excavator and bucket attachment, which was stolen from a business at McLaren Vale earlier this week.

Sometime between 4pm and 11.30pm on Sunday 27 February, the John Deere 317 model excavator was stolen from a locked yard on Main Road. It was seen being towed on a trailer by a grey/silver SUV about 11.30pm on McLaren Flat Road at McLaren Flat.

Anyone who sees the vehicle in the area, or has information regarding its whereabouts is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au