A SERIES of recent break-ins in two towns in East Lothian could be linked, police believe.

Between September 7 and 27, a number of retail and business premises were broken into in Prestonpans and Musselburgh, resulting in damage being caused and items being stolen.  

The police have now determined that the break-ins could be linked. 

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Investigations remain ongoing and police are now appealing for witnesses.

Community Policing Sergeant Dougie Wardell said: “We’ve carried out extensive CCTV enquiries into a number of reported break-ins and are considering whether these may be linked.

“I’d ask for the public’s help in identifying those responsible. Have you seen anyone or vehicles acting suspiciously around premises in the area? Do you have private CCTV, doorbell cameras or dashcams which may have captured something?

“I urge anyone with information to please contact Police Scotland on 101. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”