Two men have appeared in court in connection with a series of break-ins and thefts across the Dundee area.
Alex Tennant, 20, and Logan Cox, 18, from Dundee, appeared in private on petition at Perth Sheriff Court on Monday.
Tennant was charged with three counts of theft by housebreaking, one count of theft and one count of theft of a motor vehicle, along with alleged road traffic and drugs offences.
Cox was charged with one count of theft by housebreaking and one count of stealing a motor vehicle.
It came after businesses, homes and vehicles in the Dundee, Broughty Ferry, Birkhill and Coupar Angus areas were targeted – including the Birkhill Inn and Meze Grill restaurants, and Freedom Hair salon.
Both men made no plea and were released on bail.
The pair will appear in court again at a later date.
Police say inquiries into the break-ins remain ongoing and they expect to make further arrests.
Police say further arrests expected
Detective Chief Inspector Keith Duncan from Tayside CID said: “I would urge everyone to remain vigilant with regards to their premises and property and bring any concerns to our attention
“You can see our tips and crime prevention advice on how to keep your property safe and secure on our website.
“If anyone with a commercial premises feels they would benefit from a visit from one of our crime prevention officers, please get in touch for this to be arranged.
“Officers are carrying out regular patrols of the area and I would like to reassure the public.”
