Around 60 headstones at a cemetery in Fife have been knocked over or vandalised.

Police believe the vandalism took place sometime between December 24 and January 4, and involved several people.

The incident happened at Bennochy Cemetery on Balsusney Road in Kirkcaldy, Fife.

Police are now appealing for any witnesses or anyone who knows anything about the vandalism to come forward.

Constable Mark McCulloch said: "It appears that around 60 headstones were deliberately knocked over and we believe due to the weight of them that this may have involved several people.

"Cemeteries are a place to be respected and this appalling behaviour has caused a lot of distress to people that have loved ones buried there.

"This is a popular route for dog walkers and were urging anyone who noticed this damage over the festive period to come forward, as were working to establish the time frame within which this occurred.

"We're also appealing for anyone who witnessed these acts, saw suspicious behaviour in the area during this time, or has any other information that can assist with the investigation to come forward."

Liz Murphy, Fife Council's bereavement services manager, said: "This is an incredibly distressing time for relatives and those visiting our cemeteries.

"This kind of behaviour, although rare, is despicable and we'd ask anyone who has any information about this incident to come forward and report it."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.