POLICE swooped in Barrhead today as a number of arrests were made as part of an investigation into car thefts.

Officers from Renfrewshire and Inverclyde Division’s Serious and Organised Crime Team were assisted by colleagues from Greater Glasgow and Ayrshire Division as part of the ongoing probe.

Four men, aged 34, 37, 39 and 41, were arrested and charged in the Barrhead, Paisley, Johnstone and Irvine areas in connection with car theft and related offences.

They are due to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court on Monday.

Detective Inspector Robert Bowie, based at Paisley Police Office, told the Barrhead News: “Our investigation is continuing into a number of car thefts and attempted car thefts that took place throughout the west of Scotland from December 2019 and June 2020.

“We are committed to tackling crimes that affect those living in our local communities and we will use every resource available to ensure we trace the people responsible.

“If anyone has any concerns regarding criminal activity in their area, please contact your local police station through 101. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”