Appeal following attempted theft of vehicle from construction yard in Buckie, Moray

Police in Buckie are appealing for information following an attempted theft of a vehicle in the Moray area.

At some point between 3pm on Friday, 22 March, and 7am on Monday, 25 March, 2024, entry was gained to a construction yard in Marine Place in Buckie.

A dumper truck was taken and driven into a fence, causing considerable damage.

It is believed the suspect then attempted to drive the vehicle up the bank without success and later abandoned it by the fence.

Attempts were also made to start an excavator on the site.

Constable Chris MacKinnon said: “We are appealing for anyone who was in the area of Marine Place over the weekend and may have noticed any suspicious activity around the construction yard to please get in touch.

“We would particularly urge anyone with private CCTV or dash-cam footage which could be of significance to come forward.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0542 of Monday, 25 March, 2024.”