POLICE are on the trail of a would-be thief who tried to break into Renfrew Golf Club.

The incident is believed to have taken place between 3pm on Friday and 10.20am on Saturday.

A window was found to be smashed but shutters appear to have prevented the crook gaining entry.

Call 101 if you have any information.

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