A man has been charged with an alleged theft by housebreaking at commercial premises in Aberdeenshire.
A cash register, which was subsequently recovered, was taken containing a low two figure sum of money from the business in the Ythan Terrace area of Ellon between Saturday and Sunday.
The 36-year-old has also been charged in connection with an alleged attempted break-in to the same premises on April 16.
He faces a further charge of an alleged theft by housebreaking at a takeaway in the Holburn Street area of Aberdeen in the early hours of February 16. A safe along with a high three figure sum of money was reported missing.
He is expected to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court today.
Detective Sergeant Sam Buchan said: “Thank you to the members of the public who assisted with these inquiries.
“North East Division is committed to keeping your communities safe and tackling any form of acquisitive crime. Please continue to report any suspicious people or activity to police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 if you would prefer to remain anonymous.”
Man charged with breaking in and stealing from north-east business
