A man has been charged in connection with a number of thefts of vehicles in Fife and surrounding areas.

The 19-year-old has been arrested and charged in connection with a significant number of incidents including the theft of vehicles with keyless entry systems, theft by housebreaking and theft of vehicle number plates between Saturday, May 13, and Thursday, November 16, this year.

These incidents took place in Fife and Tayside areas.

Detective Constable Christopher Stecka, of Fife Division CID, said: “We would like to thank everyone that has helped us to date with this investigation.

"We are dedicated to identifying those responsible and will continue to carry out robust enforcement activity.

"I want to reassure communities that we will thoroughly investigate all reports of vehicle theft in Fife and I would ask residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to police."

Anyone who has any concerns or information to contact Police Scotland by calling 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.