Crime writer Val McDermid has told how, wherever she goes, she can’t stop thinking of ways to kill people.
29.11.2021 - 14:21 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Irish crime gangs are alleged to be fuelling the spike in poorly puppies being sold to unsuspecting owners in Scotland, amid a nearly 40 per cent increase in welfare calls.
The Scottish SPCA has seen a 34 per cent increase in calls regarding puppy breeding - with 702 calls made last year, rising to 1,059 from January 1 to October 31 2021.
Last year 150 puppies were rescued, compared to 56 this year.
On October 29, four cockapoo puppies were found dumped in a bush in Aberdeenshire after breeders
Crime writer Val McDermid has told how, wherever she goes, she can’t stop thinking of ways to kill people.
Cops pounced on alleged 'drug dealers' as four Glasgow flats were raided.
A Scots ice cream maker has created the ultimate festive treat - a full Christmas dinner in gelato form.
The heartbroken owners of a dog who died after eating 'poisonous' potpourri have issued a stark warning to pet lovers.
One of Scotland’s most wanted fugitives has failed in a bid to stop extradition proceedings to bring him back from Brazil.
Overall crime levels have slightly dropped across West Dunbartonshire – though sex crimes are still rising.
Pubs and restaurants in Scotland will not be forced to close under new restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of the Omicron variant.
Santa switched his trusty sleigh for a crane in order to visit children at a Scots hospital at the weekend.
A teenager with no driving licence led police on a 12-mile-long high-speed chase along Scotland's busiest motorway in a stolen car before crashing into a ditch.
The funeral of one of Scotland's most notorious crime figures took place on Friday amid fears of gangland violence.
Two Scots fugitives accused of running a multi-million organised crime empire have been kidnapped and executed by a gang in Brazil, detectives fear.
A top Scottish prosecutor has been found dead in his home.
Two men are to stand trial accused of killing a young mum after allegedly supplying her with cocaine.
A woman who searched Crown Office computers for details of a dangerous criminal over fears for her safety has walked free from court.
A senior Police Scotland officer has been suspended from duty after a criminal allegation was made against him.
A controversial Scots vet practice has been firebombed.
An animal welfare charity is urging people across Falkirk to keep puppies off their Christmas list to Santa this year, as part of a new campaign.
One of Scotland’s poshest schools has been rocked by new abuse allegations.
A Scots dog owner was left with horrific injuries to both of her legs after being attacked by her new puppy - just hours after bringing him home.