Police following positive lines of enquiry following Tayside housebreakings

Officers are carrying out positive lines of enquiry following a number of break-ins across Tayside.

Between 4 June and 16 June, 2022, 15 incidents have occurred across the Dundee, Birkhill, Fowlis, Invergowrie, Kinross and Monifieth areas.

Suspects have gained access to commercial garage premises, stealing vehicle true keys from offices and then using them to steal customer vehicles.

It is believed that the stolen vehicles are then used for other crimes of dishonesty, including breaking into shops and domestic residences within the Tayside Division.

DI Allan Thomson said: “These housebreakings have been very damaging for the businesses involved and extensive enquiries are underway to catch those responsible.

“Our enquiries are progressing and I would ask anyone who has seen or heard anything suspicious that might help with our investigation to get in touch as soon as possible.

“I would also like to take this opportunity to encourage all business owners to check that their crime prevention measures are in good working order including any intruder alarms or CCTV.

“Please also check that your premises is locked securely at close of business and customer keys are stored in a secure place.

“Should you wish to receive crime prevention advice for your premises, whether that be physical security, CCTV, secure key storage options or anything else related to keeping your premises safe, please contact our Partnerships, Interventions and Preventions Department by email at taysidepreventionsandinterventions@scotland.police.uk”