Crime

Fearless - the youth service of Crimestoppers has launched a nationwide campaign in Aberdeen warning of the dangers of County Lines.

OFFICERS are appealing for information in relation to the incident.

Police are requesting those working and living in rural areas to remain vigilant following fuel thefts near Ellon and Luthermuir.

A DRINK driver pleaded guilty to hitting two cars and injuring a person while tearing across Buckie with no lights.

Officers carried out operations on the roads in the north east to target anti-social driving in Turriff and Garthdee in Aberdeen.

Two men aged 18 and 19 have been arrested and charged following housebreakings in Peterhead.

Several windows belonging to local businesses were smashed and furniture within a garden shed was set on fire in Mintlaw.

Poliee are trying to track a three-axle plant trailer taken from a rural property between New Leeds and Strichen.

The north-east saw almost 4000 fly-tipping offences recorded in the last year alone, according to new figures.

Police are appealing for information after a vehicle was damaged and various items were stolen from within at Aden Country Park.

A report to go before councillors shows challenging conditions for police against a backdrop of a fall in overall officer numbers.

The National Sheep Association is launching its annual survey on sheep worrying to gain an up to date insight on its continued severity and impact.

Thieves have made off with various equipment, machinery and keys from a site near Pennan used by an off-road club.

Two men, aged 45 and 41 years and a 38-year-old woman have been charged with intent to supply diamorphine and cocaine.

Farmers are being reminded that their farm vehicles must be insured for use on public roads after one was siezed on the A96 near Thainstone.

A 52-year-old woman has been charged in relation to the Dangerous Dogs Act after an incident at Newburgh beach in January.

Police have been criticised for a continued lack of action over ongoing anti-social driving in the area around Turriff Primary School.

Police in Banff are appealing for witnesses after a break-in and damage to the sports pavilion at Canal Park.

Incidents took place on the A90, A92 and AWPR which saw five drivers charged for speeding.

Two men, aged 21 and 27, have been arrested and charged in connection with the death of 52 year-old Andrew Ross from Aberdeen.