Man charged in connection with vehicle thefts in East Lothian and Midlothian

A 29-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with two vehicle thefts in East Lothian and Midlothian.

The first vehicle was stolen from a property in Bonnyrigg early on the morning of Monday, 25 September.

It was subsequently involved in a road crash with another vehicle on Bridge Street in Musselburgh around 5.55am the same day.

The second incident involved a vehicle stolen in the Loanhead area on Wednesday, 27 September.

It was involved in a crash with another vehicle on Old Dalkeith Road in Danderhall shortly after 5.50am the same day.

The 29-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a number of offences linked to both incidents.

He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Friday, 29 September.

For advice on how to protect your vehicle from crime, please visit: https://www.scotland.police.uk/advice-and-information/road-safety/protecting-your-car/

Vision 2030 Web 442X294px 15020 24 Ca (1)

Safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce. Read about our 2030 vision and three-year plan.

Police Scotland support those who wish to become police officers, special constables or police staff by hosting various online and in-person recruitment events throughout the year.

BSL Domestic Abuse Feature Article 14944 T3 AR

Worried that your partner or the partner of someone you know might have an abusive past? You have the #RightToAsk. Domestic Abuse is everyone’s business. Information now available in BSL.

If you've reported domestic abuse, rape or sexual crimes to us, we'd appreciate your feedback on the service we provided.

Police Scotland has been working to make its websites more accessible - read our accessibility statement.

Your Police Survey Featured Bnr 13991 T1 24 AR

Help shape policing in your local area.

Man charged in connection with vehicle thefts in East Lothian and Midlothian

featured

more features