Rise in fuel thefts highlighted by police

A rise in the number of fuel thefts in the North Berwick area was highlighted by Police Scotland as they encouraged farmers to remain vigilant.

The incidents were revealed in North Berwick Coastal’s monthly police report, presented to the town’s community council meeting earlier this month.

Between July 26 and August 29 there were 145 general police calls from the area, which resulted in police recording 47 crimes.