Two teens charged after spree of Livingston break-ins which included theft of charity tin

Two teenagers - aged 16 and 19 - have been charged in connection with several break-ins in Livingston.

Two of the incidents happened at Almond Valley Heritage Centre and AKB Hair Salon in Livingston Village, at about 9pm on January 21st.

Police said a charity tin and food items were stolen from Mill Farm at the Heritage Centre and a cash tin was taken from AKB Hair Salon.

Another three break-ins took place at businesses across the town on December 19th and 24th and February 3rd, where a small three-figure sum was stolen.

Livingston Sheriff Court.

Detective Constable Rachel Royan, of Livingston CID, said: "I would like to thank members of the public who came forward with information that assisted with our investigation.

"This type of criminal behaviour will not be tolerated and those involved will now have to deal with their punishment.

"I would urge anyone who has witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the area to get in contact with police by calling 101."

The two males are due to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court on Wednesday, February 5th.