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Sian Traynor

Sneaky West Lothian thieves break into home overnight before making off with car

An urgent appeal for information has been launched in West Lothian after a property was targeted by thieves overnight.

Police in the Broxburn area issued a statement on Wednesday after a home was subject to a break-in on Sunday, September 25, 2022.

According to officers, thieves had arrived at the property in Joseph Scott Gardens at around 3.45am, before making their way inside the home.

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After breaking into the house, the thieves had stolen a set of car keys for the white VW Tiguan outside, before making off with the vehicle. The registration mark is DE21 WNR.

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In a statement this week, police urged anyone who may be aware of the location of the car to get in touch as soon as possible.

Detective Constable Ross Collett of CID said : “We are appealing to anyone who may know where the vehicle is to get in touch. We are carrying out enquiries to trace those responsible.

"Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting 0713 of 25 September, 2022.”

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