Stolen ambulance stopped in Dufftown after 'deplorable act'

The vehicle was taken while out on a call in Aberdeenshire

Published 18th Nov 2020
Last updated 18th Nov 2020

A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a stolen ambulance.

At 6:20am this morning, while attending a call in Kemnay, Aberdeenshire, the ambulance was stolen from outside the address where the paramedics were providing assistance.

A Police Scotland Spokesperson said:

"Following a pursuit by officers, the vehicle was stopped near Dufftown. A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and enquiries are continuing."

The Scottish Ambulance service has described the theft as a "deplorable act."