Thief breaks into house before taking keys and stealing car

A car was stolen in West Lothian after a thief broke into a house, stole keys and made off with the vehicle.

The theft of the black Volkswagen Golf GTI happened at Dalyell Place in Armadale at around 1.40am on Saturday.

Police Scotland said three men were seen acting suspiciously in the area around the time of the incident while an Audi was spotted nearby.

Detective constable Lynn Myles, from Livingston CID, said: “We are carrying out extensive enquiries, including both door-to-door and CCTV, and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

“If you may have seen anything suspicious in the area, or the stolen Volkswagen Golf, please call police on 101, quoting incident 0882 of August 19.

“Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”

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