Warning to residents as cops probe series of Levenmouth thefts

Police are warning householders in Levenmouth to be vigilant - after a spate of thefts from homes and vehicles in the area.

Incidents were reported over the weekend in Windygates, Methil, Leven and Lundin Links.

Criminals have tried to break into houses by damaging locks on doors - and have also gone into unlocked vehicles and stolen from them.

Officers are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Inspector Paul Gillespie, of Levenmouth police station, said: "Inquiries into these incidents are progressing and we are keeping an open mind as to whether they are connected.

"I would urge anyone who was in the area at the time of any of the incidents and saw or heard any unusual or suspicious activity to contact police as soon as possible. 

"I would take this opportunity to remind residents to review your home security and ensure all doors and windows are secured, as well as to check around your homes that all entry and exit points are properly secured. 

"Similarly, please keep your cars secure and don't leave anything valuable in view. It's very easy to forget to lock the car if you have your arms full of shopping or assume that a remote control key has actually locked the doors.

"If you are the least bit unsure that you've locked your vehicle, it only takes a few seconds to go back and check."

Anyone with information can contact police on 101, quoting reference number 0563 of May 22 2021, or speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.