Bike stolen then dumped

POLICE are appealing for information after a thief stole a racing bike from a shed before dumping it in a garden.

The bike was stolen from a shed in Dargai Place in Broxburn, West Lothian, overnight between April 2 and 3.

It was found dumped in a garden in Broxburn two days later.

A police spokesman said: “Inquiries are still ongoing to trace whoever took the bike, although we are following a positive line of inquiry.

“Anyone with information should contact police on 0131-311 3131, or Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555 111.”