Pedigree sheep stolen from Dumfries and Galloway farm

Police have launched an investigation after sheep with an estimated value of nearly £5,000 were stolen from a farm in Dumfries and Galloway.

The incident happened some time between 5 and 8 December at Flowdens Farm in Eaglesfield.

Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary said three 18-month-old pedigree Beltex ewes were taken.

Anyone who was in the area at the time and saw anything suspicious has been asked to contact police.