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News / Police investigating Lerwick scaffolding theft

POLICE are investigating the theft of scaffolding from the rear of the Gilbert Bain Hospital in Lerwick.

The incident is said to have happened between 5pm on Friday 18 August and 9am on Monday.

Officers said there were a large number of scaffolding items taken which had DITT markings on them.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Lerwick Police Station on 101 or to visit in person. Alternatively, they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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