Police Scotland has appealed for witnesses following several break-ins and the thefts of cars in Stonehaven and elsewhere in Aberdeenshire.
The incidents have all happened between February 21 and 22, and the areas targeted include Brickfield Road, Burns Terrace and the Westfield areas of Stonehaven.
A rural property in Maryculter was also targeted during the early hours of February 22 whereby a shed and a garage were broken in to and items removed, as well as a domestic property that had car keys and two vehicles stolen.
One of the vehicles, a Range Rover Evoque, was recovered in Blackburn a short time later.
However a BMW coupe remains outstanding and may have been seen in the Rhynie area near Huntly about 7am on the same day.
Sergeant Neil McHattie said: “We would like to speak to any person who might have information that could assist in identifying those responsible for these crimes or anything that would relate to these incidents.
“In particular we would appeal to local taxi drivers who would have been in these streets to come forward.
“However we are also reminding residents in the Kincardine and Mearns area to remain vigilant and ensure all cars, dwellings and property are kept safely secured overnight.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on the non-emergency number 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous.”