Police are appealing for witnesses following a number of housebreakings in the Murieston area of Livingston.
The first incident happened between 8.30am and 8pm on 19 November at Murieston Gardens.
The second incident was between the 27 November and 4 December at Murieston Valley.
Jewellery and a small amount of cash was stolen at both addresses.
Detective Sergeant David Black, from Livingston Police Station, said: “A housebreaking is a horrible experience for those targeted, especially at this time of year.
“The two incidents in Livingston may be linked with six similar offences in Penicuik.
“We would urge people to be vigilant, and I would like to let people know we have both plain clothed and uniformed officers patrolling the affected areas.
“I’m appealing for people with any information to contact Police Scotland on 101.”
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
