Laughing Gas Stolen From Dr Gray's Hospital

Cylinders containing laughing gas have been stolen from an Elgin hospital.

The nitrous oxide cannisters disappeared from Dr Gray's on Friday night just before 10.30pm.

Police are particularly keen to speak to two men and a woman who were seen driving away from Pluscarden Road in a white car with the boot open. The men are described as being approximately 25 years old with local accents, one wearing a black jacket and jeans, the other a blue jacket and jeans. The woman is described as being about 18 years old with long black hair.

Constable Brian Donaldson, who is investigating the theft, said: "Nitrous oxide, or N2O, is commonly known as laughing gas and has analgesic properties when used medically, however worryingly it has been known to be used illegally as a recreational drug and can be used by car enthusiasts as a fuel additive.

"Nitrous oxide can be a dangerous substance if it is misused or consumed without medical supervision. Also, any attempt to interfere with the pressurised cylinders may result in serious injury if they are not handled correctly."