Police in Dundee are hunting thieves after a family’s collection of bikes and e-scooters were stolen from their garden shed
Officers confirmed that about £1,400 of property was lifted in the raid that happened yesterday morning at about 8.45am.
An adult and child’s bike were taken, along with two electric scooters, garden equipment and a red tool box.
The thieves took the shed door off its hinges while the female home owner was just yards away, in her property.
Officers conducted local enquiries and asked for any relevant CCTV from in and around the area to be handed in.
Constable Andrew McIlvenny said: “Sadly, at this time of year there are people out there who think nothing of stealing people’s possessions.
“The theft of these items is having a significant impact on the family and I am appealing to anyone who may any information or knowledge about this crime.
“Also, I would ask people to be on the look-out for anyone selling bikes, electric scooters or garden equipment, it could be this family’s possessions.”
Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number on 1002 of 9 December, 2021.
Alternatively, please speak to Crimestoppers anonymously.
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