Appeal following break-ins and vehicle thefts in West Lothian

Detectives in West Lothian are appealing for information following two break-ins and vehicle thefts on Friday, 27 January, 2023.

Around 3pm a property on Steels Road, Broxburn was broken into and a white BMW 4 Series (reg KA54 MMR) was stolen.

Around 4.15pm a property on Birkdale Park, Armadale was broken into and a grey BMW X5 was stolen. This vehicle was later recovered nearby.

Officers believe these incidents may be linked. Four men were seen in a blue Seat Leon in the area around the time.

Detective Constable Rachel Royan said: “I would urge anyone with information on either of these incidents or the vehicles mentioned to get in touch with us.

“Similarly, anyone with dash cam or private CCTV footage of Broxburn or Armadale around that time yesterday afternoon, please review it and bring anything of significance to our attention.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 2568 of 27 January, 2023.

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