Police Scotland appeal after 12 motorbikes, e-bikes and a mountain bike stolen from homes in Inverness, Conon Bridge, Muir of Ord, Kirkhill and Avoch
Detectives are investigating an audacious spate of break-ins and thefts of motorbikes and bicycles worth tens of thousands of pounds in Inverness, the Black Isle and nearby areas of Ross-shire.
Five properties were broken into overnight during Wednesday and Thursday this week with items of clothing also taken.
The CID officers are understood to have been at the locations today with forensic teams seeking clues as to the culprits’ identity.
The perpetrators are believed to have used two vans, one white and one silver.
Highland News and Media understands that a strange aspect of the crimes is that the victims all knew each other.
One of the victims, who did not wish to be named, said: “We are a fairly small, tight-knit group of enthusiasts and so word spread quickly that others had been targeted.
“We’re all in a little bit of shock about this and just hoping that the police investigation is successful.”
The properties targeted were in the Highfield Park area of Conon Bridge, the Upper Ardnagrask area of Muir of Ord, the Avoch area, the Moniack Castle area of Kirkhill and Moray Park in Culloden, Inverness.
A total of eight off-road motorcycles and three electric bikes were stolen, along with a mountain bike and clothing.
In all, they are estimated to be worth a five-figure sum.
Detective Inspector Calum Reid said: "Enquiries are ongoing and we are working to establish the full circumstances of these break-ins, which we believe to be linked.
"A silver van and a white van were seen in the Conon Bridge area in the early hours of Thursday morning, and we are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen these vehicles or who has any information.
"I'd also urge anyone with private CCTV, doorbell footage or dash-cam recordings to check for anything that may assist with our investigation."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0626 of Thursday, 22 May, 2025, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
