Appeal after bikes worth £8k stolen in Selkirk

The break-in and theft is believed to have taken place between 1st October and 8th October

Published 11th Oct 2022
Last updated 11th Oct 2022

Police in Selkirk are appealing for information following the theft of two mountain bikes from a secure shed in the Viewfield Park area.

The break-in and theft is believed to have taken place between Saturday, 1st October, and Saturday, 8th October.

The bikes are describes as being a Marin Alpine Trail Carbon 1 and an Electric Cube Stereo. The total value of the bikes has been estimated at around £8000.

Constable Megan Shiel said: “We’re asking for anyone with information on this break in, or if you saw anything suspicious in the Viewfield Park area, to come forward.

“We are also keen to hear from anyone who believes they may have seen the bikes in question in the community or for sale.

“If you believe you can assist our investigation, please call police on 101, quoting incident 2738 of 8th October, 2022. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”

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