AN investigation has been launched by police after a sum of money was allegedly stolen from a takeaway on Sunday night.

Police were called to reports of the theft at China Star in Ballingry on Sunday night, and are now appealing for any information which may help.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Police were made aware of an alleged theft of a money tin from a takeaway on Benarty Square, Ballingry around 5.30pm on Sunday, 28 February, 2021.

“Enquiries are currently ongoing to establish the full circumstances.”