THIEVES have stolen a car after a break-in to a house in Peebles at the weekend.

The incident happened around 2.40am on Saturday, September 1 in the Jubilee Park area of the town. The car keys were stolen and used to take a blue Honda Civic Type R, registration BR04 HON.

Inspector Tony Hodges, deputy local area commander, said: “This vehicle was seen being driven away a high speed and may have been going towards Edinburgh.

“As part of our inquiries were are asking anyone who may have seen the car in the early hours of Saturday morning, or since then, to get in touch.

“Those with information should contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0614 of September 1. Or call the charity Crimestoppers anonymously 0800 555 111.”