Two arrested in connection with Tayside break-ins and thefts

Two more arrests have been made following several reports of break-ins and vehicle thefts in the Tayside area.

A 16-year-old male youth was arrested and charged in connection with a number of break-ins in Brought Ferry and Dundee, as well as vehicle thefts between 21 and 22 May, 2023. He’s due to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court at a later date.

A 34-year-old man has also been arrested and charged in connection with break-ins in the Dundee City Centre and the Perth Road area between 23 and 25 May, 2023. He’s due to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Friday, 26 May.

Two men, aged 18 and 20, were previously arrested in connection with reported break-ins and appeared at Dundee Sheriff Court on Monday, 22 May.

Enquiries remain ongoing into other reported incidents and further arrests are expected.

Detective Constable Dave Fearn, of Tayside CID, said: “We’re continuing to investigate a number of reported break-ins and vehicle thefts in the local area recently. I want to reassure the public any report of criminality will be thoroughly investigated.

“Regular patrols of the area are being carried out and anyone with concerns should speak to officers, call us on 101, or, in the case of an emergency, 999.”

Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting reference CR/93639/23. Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.