Abstract: An anti-theft device for a removable manhole covers or the includes a fixed iron frame that is embedded in a mass of concrete surrounding the manhole and a removable iron gully cover having an outer rim and a plurality of parallel cross members that define a plurality of openings in the cover. The fixed iron frame and removable gully cover each have a generally rectangular shape and the cover is constructed and dimensioned to fit within the frame to close the opening. A pair of shackles and an iron chain are provided to attach the cover to the frame in many manners described which will result in the ability of opening the manhole cover with the prevention of the removal of the cover from the immediate area.