Appeal after thefts and housebreaking in Midlothian area

Officers are appealing for information after several thefts and house breakings in Midlothian.

On Wednesday, 24 September we received a report of a white Citroen van stolen overnight from Dobbies Road, Bonnyyrigg.

Around 7.30am on Tuesday, 30 September, 2025, a black Mercedes CLS was taken from the driveway of a property in Widness Lane, Bonnyrigg.

Around 2.15pm on Tuesday, 30 September, a man returned to his property in Rullion Road, Penicuik after being away for two days and found his door smashed and personal items, including jewellery taken.

Around 4.30pm the same day, a man returned to his house in Blackcot Road, Mayfield, after being away for four days and found it has been broken into and personal items taken.

Chief Inspector Kirsty McArthur-Kerr said: "I am appealing to anyone who was visiting these areas to think back and consider if they noticed anything unusual or suspicious. If you have any information regarding either incident, please do get in touch.

"We will be carrying out increased patrols in the area and offering the local community advice on keeping safe.

" I would also urge residents to be cautious and ensure they have locked all their doors and windows before leaving their home or going to bed.

"Be vigilant, particularly if you are going on holiday or leaving your home vacant overnight, and ensure you are safe keeping your property as best you can."

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 2697 of 27 September, 2025.