Police are investigating the theft of a "unique" Lambretta scooter from outside a house in the Scottish Borders.

The incident happened between 10.30pm on Tuesday, August 8, and 7.30am on Wednesday, August 9, when the yellow Lambretta was stolen from outside an address in Woodstock Avenue, Galashiels.

Police were called and officers are now investigating the theft of scooter with the Registration number YHS 758H, which was originally built in 1970.

Inspector Tony Hodges, who is based at Galashiels Police Office, said: “This is a high value theft of a very unique type of vehicle.

“We are eager to trace those responsible as soon as possible.

"I would ask anyone who was in the Woodstock Avenue area on the night of Monday, August 8, and saw anything suspicious, to contact us.

“Likewise I would ask anyone who has seen a vehicle similar to the Lambretta’s description to get in touch with us as soon as possible.”