Crime

The number of recorded wildlife crimes in Scotland has increased slightly for the first time in three years.

A campaign has been launched to deter the public from buying potentially stolen goods, which fund serious and organised crime.

Police Scotland is appealing for information following a road crash on the A947 Dyce to Banff road.

Sixty cases of homicide were recorded in Scotland in 2018-19 – the third lowest number for a 12-month period since 1976.

With Bonfire Night approaching, fire crews across Scotland are currently experiencing their busiest time of the year.

A shocking 15 sex crimes were recorded on average every day in Scotland in the last 12 months.

Police and courts will be given new powers to remove suspected domestic abusers from the homes of victims or others at risk.

Road policing officers are currently undertaking a week of enhanced operations to seize uninsured drivers’ vehicles and improve road safety.

The majority of the public are confident Scotland’s criminal justice system is fair to all, according to new independent research.

Dozens of people have reported being raped on a first or second date, according to new figures released by Police Scotland.

One of the country’s most senior firefighters has pleaded with Scots not to scar their home towns by setting deliberate fires.

Police Scotland is appealing for witnesses after a girl was struck by a vehicle in Newmachar on Monday, July 8.

Officers in Inverurie are appealing for information following a sneak in theft in the town.