Police are appealing for witnesses following a housebreaking and theft in Penicuik which took place between 3.30pm and 8.30pm yesterday at an address in The Square area.
The suspects have forced entry and searched throughout the property before making off with a number of items of jewellery.
Inquiries are continuing to trace those responsible and anyone with information is asked to come forward.
Sergeant Michele Lindsay from Penicuik Police Station said: “Our enquiries continue and I would encourage anyone who remembers seeing any suspicious behaviour in the area to come forward.
“These type of crimes are opportunistic and I would urge people to remain vigilant and secure their belongings and property, ensuring windows and doors are locked and any suspicious activity is reported to police.
“Further advice and information on safeguarding your home and property can be found on our website at www.scotland.police.uk/keep-safe/home-and-personal-property.”
Those with information can contact Penicuik Police Station via 101, quoting incident 3462 of 23 January, or contact the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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.
