CCTV footage has captured brazen shoplifters and smash-and-grab raiders targeting stores on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.
Shopkeepers say the area has become “lawless” with thousands of pounds’ worth of goods stolen in recent months.
BBC News has obtained CCTV showing people walking out of shops with expensive cashmere scarves, jumpers and jackets in broad daylight.
One man can be seen kicking in a plate-glass window at night to steal armfuls of Harris Tweed bags, costing up to £150 each.
Staff say the area has become dangerous and intimidating, and that despite reporting thefts to police on an almost daily basis, nothing has been done.
Police Scotland says a dedicated team is working with businesses in the area and is investigating every report.
