At last week’s Westhill & Elrick community council meeting, Police Scotland gave an update on local crime statistics.

Among the incidents recorded in the area were theft of a pushchair from the charity shop, Barnardos, fire-raising on the grounds of Westhill Academy, taxi fraud, road rage, breach of the peace involving youths and the theft of some hens along with their chicks.

Remember, the new number for non-emergencies to Police Scotland is 101 if you have any information on these crimes or want to report any new incidents.