Men due to appear in court in relation to 49 incidents across central Scotland including in Fife

Two men are to appear in court charged in connection with a series of break-ins, attempted break-ins and thefts across central Scotland including in Fife.
By Fiona Dobie
Published 29th Nov 2023, 17:15 BST
Updated 29th Nov 2023, 17:15 BST
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The pair – a 22-year-old and 16-year-old – have been arrested and charged in relation to the 49 incidents which took place between Thursday, September 28 and Tuesday, November 28.

The break-ins, attempted break-ins and thefts occurred at locations across Fife, the Lothians, North Lanarkshire, Glasgow and Forth Valley.

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The 22-year-old man was due to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court today (Wednesday), while the 16-year-old male is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court tomorrow (Thursday).

Two men have been arrested and charged in relation to 49 incidents across Central Scotland. Picture: John DevlinTwo men have been arrested and charged in relation to 49 incidents across Central Scotland. Picture: John Devlin
Two men have been arrested and charged in relation to 49 incidents across Central Scotland. Picture: John Devlin

Detective Inspector John Murphy of Livingston CID, said: “We understand the impact this type of crime has on the community and we will continue to use every tool and tactic at our disposal to find those responsible.”