A POLICE probe has been launched after money was stolen from the peacock sanctuary in Dunfermline.

A volunteer was working in the shelter at Pittencrieff Park when £75 of bagged donations was taken on Tuesday morning.

The Glen is famous for its feathered friends with the fund helping maintain their wellbeing.

The iconic birds have the freedom of Dunfermline, with seven new additions making the park and its refurbished enclosure home in the summer.

John O'Neil, Fife Council's parks, streets and open spaces manager, was saddened by the news and said: "We were very disappointed to hear of the theft at the peacock sanctuary by passers-by whilst a volunteer was working in the building. 

"The volunteers do a great job and work hard to look after the birds and fundraise towards the cost of their upkeep. I'd urge anyone who may have any information to call Police Scotland on 101."

The theft took place between 9.30am and 11.20am on Tuesday, October 16.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Police in Fife are investigating following a report of theft in Dunfermline. 

"The incident happened between 9.30am and 11.20am on Tuesday 16 October from a building in Pittencrieff Park, during which time a two-figure sum of cash was stolen. 

"Inquiries are ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 1095 of 16 October, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."