Police are appealing for information after an attempted break-in to a charity shop in Haddington which took place sometime between 6.40pm on Monday 25 June and 9.15am on Tuesday 26 June at the Cancer Research UK shop on the High Street.
During this time a lock on the front of the premises has been tampered with, with damage also caused to a door and frame. Entry was not gained to the property.
Inquiries are ongoing and anyone who can help trace those responsible is asked to get in touch.
Inspector Andrew Harborow from Tranent Police Station said: “This has been an appalling act which has resulted in a loss to the charity shop and repairs needed to the shop.
“I am keen to hear from anyone who witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the High Street area overnight on Monday into Tuesday morning.
“Likewise, anyone who can help us trace those responsible is asked to contact officers as soon as possible.”
Those with information can contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 1275 of 26 June, or 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.
