Large quantity of tools stolen from Bathgate

A police investigation is underway after more than 50 items including several battery packs and chargers, gas powered tools and drills were taken overnight between Sunday August 7 and Monday 8 August from premises at the Whitburn Road industrial estate in Bathgate.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about the theft to come forward.

PC Michelle Robertson said: “This is a high-value theft which has deprived the owners of this business of thousands of pounds worth of tools and materials.

“We are eager to trace those responsible.”

Police Scotland can be contacted on 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.