Fuel and barrels of oil stolen from forest sites

Police said the incidents happened near Buckie

Fuel and barrels of oil have been stolen from two contracting sites in a Moray forest.

The incidents happened in the Hill of Maud area, near Buckie, between Friday and Monday.

Police said "significant" damage was caused to a unit within the forest, entry was forced, and two barrels of hydraulic oil were taken.

It was also discovered that entry had been forced to a diesel storage tank and the diesel taken.

Police Scotland, appealing for information, said: "These thefts and damage are being linked and inquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible.

"We are appealing to anyone who may have been in the Hill of Maud area between these dates and saw anything suspicious to get in touch."