A dog owner has been charged following a sheep-worrying incident in Milngavie.

Police were called after the incident, which took place on Tuesday, December 12.

Officers confirmed that a 38-year-old was charged and reported to the Procurator Fiscal.

The force warned dog walkers on Twitter to keep pets under control and not to allow them to run onto fields with livestock.

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An X (formerly Twitter) post said: "On Tuesday, December 12, a sheep worrying incident occurred in Milngavie.

"A 38-year-old dog owner has now been charged and reported to the PF.

"Please ensure dogs are kept under control and on leads near livestock and not able to run or escape into fields."