Police urge vigilance following theft and attempted theft of motorhomes

Police are carrying out enquiries following the theft and attempted theft of motorhomes in the Lothians and Scottish Borders.

These include the theft of a silver-grey Fiat Ducata Globecar from the Eskhill area of Penicuik between 9.15pm and 9.30pm on Monday, 20 January. The vehicle was recovered nearby and enquiries are ongoing.

The attempted theft of a white Fiat Cvan from the Hendersyde Park area of Kelso around 1.40am on Tuesday, 21 January. A person broke into the vehicle but then made off.

Officers are urging motorhome and campervan owners to be vigilant and make sure their vehicles are locked and as secure as possible.

Our advice includes fitting an alarm, using devices to immobilise the vehicle, and making sure they are kept in a safe place.

Anyone with information about stolen vehicles should contact us on 101.