Police ScotlandA man has been arrested following a series of sneak-in thefts that targeted the elderly.
Police launched an investigation into a number of robberies across Renfrewshire and Inverclyde in recent weeks.
On Thursday, a 38-year-old man was arrested following an alleged theft from the home of a 78-year-old woman in Kilmacolm.
Inspector Tracy Harkins said investigating officers “worked tirelessly”.
She added: “I am absolutely delighted with the arrest of this male.
“He is suspected of being involved in a number of recent thefts from the elderly within Paisley, Elderslie, Greenock and Kilmacolm.”
Follow STV News on WhatsApp
Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
