Highland housebreakings being investigated

A series of break-ins occurred across Badenoch & Strathspey between March 2nd and 11th

Jewellery and cash were taken in the break-ins with six properties targeted
Published 13th Mar 2024

North detectives are appealing for information following a series of break-ins to properties in the Badenoch and Strathspey areas.

They happened between Saturday March 2nd and Monday March 11th at properties in Newtonmore, Kingussie and Aviemore.

A total of six properties were broken into, with a number of items stolen including jewellery and cash.

Detective Constable Katie Birtles said: “Our enquiries are ongoing and I would urge anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in these areas, or who may have any information which could assist us, to please get in touch.

“We are keeping an open mind about whether these incidents are linked. Any information provided to Police could make a difference and help us bring these enquiries to a successful end.

“I would like to take this opportunity to remind people to take precautions to ensure that their homes are as secure as possible before leaving.

“Take time to make sure all locks are working and any alarm systems or CCTV are set before leaving your home and remember to remove or store any valuables out of sight.”

Anyone with information should call 101 quoting CR/0077797/24, or alternatively Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.

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