A woman has been arrested for alleged thefts in Renfrew.

Police were called to Paisley Road at around 12.30am on Tuesday, October 24 after receiving a report of a woman trying to open the doors of parked cars.

The 25-year-old suspect was traced by officers and allegedly found to be in possession of suspected stolen property.

Police said she was taken into custody and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.

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Enquiries are ongoing to locate the owners of the suspected stolen property.

Police are reminding local residents to make sure their vehicles locked and secured when parked.

Residents are advised to keep any valuables out of sight, fit a car alarm and never leave their vehicle unattended with the keys in the ignition.

Drivers should also try to park in busy, well-lit areas with CCTV and use their driveway or garage if possible.