A MAN has been arrested following several alleged thefts in East Renfrewshire.

Police say the 43-year-old has been charged with fourteen crimes reportedly "relating to thefts from vehicles and outbuildings" in Newton Mearns.

Officers carried out extensive enquiries, including obtaining a search warrant, following reports of stolen items.

The man will appear in court at a later date.

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East Renfrewshire Police said: "Following enquiries, and the execution of a Sheriff's search warrant, a 43-year-old man has been arrested and charged with 14 crimes relating to thefts from vehicles and outbuildings in the Newton Mearns area.

"He is expected to appear at court on a future date."