Detectives are appealing for information following three theft by housebreakings which occurred in the Livingston area of West Lothian on Tuesday, 3 September, 2024.
The first break-in happened at some point between 4.45pm and 6.15pm at a property in Chuckethall Road in Deans.
The second incident took place between 6.30pm and 7.30pm at an address in Ballantyne Place, Eilburn.
The third housebreaking occurred at some point between 5.25pm and 7.45pm at a house in Queens Crescent.
On all three occasions the suspects forced entry to the property before stealing jewellery and other high-value items.
Detective Sergeant Keith Sinclair said: “Extensive enquiries into these housebreakings, which we believe to be linked, are ongoing and we are appealing to anyone who may have seen or heard any suspicious activity to get in touch.
“A dark grey Volkswagen Golf car was seen driving in the area at the time of each break-in and we would urge anyone who may have seen this vehicle, or who may have private CCTV or dash-cam footage of significance, to please come forward.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 3031 of Tuesday, 3 September, 2024, Alternatively you can speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
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