West Lothian police hunt thieves who broke into home before …

Police Scotland detectives are appealing to the public for information and witnesses following a break-in and theft of a car in West Lothian.[1][2]

The incident took place on Dalyell Place, Armadale, at around 1.40am on Saturday August 19.

Police say that a home was broken into and keys for a Volkswagen Golf GTI were taken before the vehicle was driven away from the area.

Investigations by detectives established that three men had been acting suspiciously in the area around the time of the incident and an Audi car was also spotted nearby.

Detective Constable Lynn Myles, from Livingston CID, said: “We are carrying out extensive enquiries, including both door-to-door and CCTV, and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

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“If you may have seen anything suspicious in the area, or the stolen Volkswagen Golf, please call police on 101, quoting incident 0882 of 19 August.

"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”

References

  1. ^ Police Scotland (www.edinburghlive.co.uk)
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