Hunt for three men after jewelery stolen in spate of 'linked' house break-ins across Forth Valley and Fife

A hunt for three men has been launched after jewellery was stolen in a spate of ‘targetted’ house break-ins across Forth Valley and Fife.

A watch was stolen from a house on Craigluscar Road, Dunfermline between 4.30pm and 7.30pm on Tuesday.

The occupants of four homes, Ladywell Court and Broomside Place Larbert, Bank Street, Grangemouth, and Hollandish Crescent, Bonnybridge, also had watches and jewellery stolen.

Officers believe that all the incidents are linked due to their proximity, the timings, and similar items stolen.

Police are now looking to trace three white men who had their faces “partially covered”.

One man was further described as wearing a grey tracksuit and a light blue body warmer.

The force said a second man was wearing a dark blue tracksuit and a third was dressed all in black.

Police Scotland is urging anyone with information to come forward.

Detective sergeant Neil Gribbons, Dunfermline CID said: “Housebreakings and thefts like this are very upsetting for people and heartbreaking if much loved or treasured jewellery or watches are stolen.

“We would be keen to hear from anyone who lives in the areas of the homes targeted, who have not yet been spoken to by police, to come forward with any information they may have that could assist our investigation.

“Some of the addresses are quite rural, and to get to each location, the suspects are known to have used a motor vehicle.

“We’d also like to view any dashcam footage from each area between 3.30pm and 7.30pm.”

He added: “At the moment we believe that these were opportunist crimes rather than targeting specific homes and so would encourage people to make sure their homes are secure if they are out.

“Information on any of the incidents can be passed to police via 101. Please quote reference number 2276 of Tuesday, December 10, 2024 when calling. Alternatively, details can be given in confidence to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”