Thieves steal safe and thousands of pounds following raid on two hotels in one night
Last updated 3rd Jan 2026
Thieves have stolen thousands of pounds in cash following break-ins to two hotels in Peeblesshire in one night.
Around 1.20am yesterday morning (Friday, January 2nd), two men entered the Park Hotel in Innerleithen Road, Peebles, and stole a four-figure sum.
And then, less than an hour later, the culprits - both believed to be in their 60s - raided the Traquair Arms Hotel in Innerleithen - seven miles away.
They escaped with a safe and another four-figure sum of cash, following the 2.15am break-in.
Both men are described as white and wore dark clothing and gloves. One wore a cap and the other a beanie-style hat.
Police are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.
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Detective Constable Nicky Batten, from Police Scotland, said: “Our enquiries are ongoing to identify the two men involved and trace the car they used. Officers are studying CCTV from in and around the area to gather more information.
“I would urge anyone who was in these areas early on Friday morning who has any information or personal footage which could assist our enquiries to please contact us.”
Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland through 101 quoting incident number 0471 of January 2nd. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.
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