Police arrest 14-year-old boy following spate of thefts

Police have arrested and charged a 14-year-old boy in connection with thefts from garages and sheds in the Craiglockhart and Colinton areas.  

The incidents occurred between 7 and 9 January 2025.  

Officers also recovered items that had been stolen and returned them to their owners.  

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “A report will be made to the relevant authorities.  

“Inquiries remain ongoing.”