Crime

Area commander superintendent Kate Stephen has said a personal thank you to all young people who are staying at home and helping others.

Police Scotland have issued a warning to those flouting the laws on the north-east's roads.

The latest incident occurred around the Ythanwells area and comes on the back of recent charges brought over hare coursing near Oldmeldrum.

Superintendent Kate Stephen of North East Police Division is urging everyone to stick with the guidance.

A highly distinctive road side ornament has been taken from a garden at Forglen.

Sergeant Richard Barnwell's latest report highlights local policing issues.

Two men were seen trying to gain entry to the rear of the building in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Raiders targeted the Co-op Convenience Store on Tarves Road.

Figures have fallen by around a quarter since measures to support physical distancing came into effect.

Police have issued 95 penalty notices in the north east, with just one arrest made as people continue to comply with regulations.

Police across the country are seeing an increase in the theft of plant and agricultural machinery.

Amongst the incidents reported was a 29-year-old man detected driving in excess of 130mph on the A90 between Peterhead and Ellon on Sunday, April 12.

Dog owners are being urged to keep a close eye on their pets.

Chief constable Iain Livingstone gave the current statistics as he spoke for the first time at First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's coronavirus briefing.

Police and the Farmers Union are encouraging walkers to keep dogs under control to prevent attacks on farm animals over the Easter period.

Residents have been asked for any information over illegal salmon fishing in the River Don.

A total of 144 fixed penalty notices were issued over the course of five days across Scotland under new legislation.

A 60-year-old has been reported to the Procurator Fiscal after an argument broke out.

A 44-year-old woman was robbed by two men on the High Street in the town on Friday.

Rules on non-essential travel and congregating are still being flaunted across Aberdeenshire.