A CAR was stolen from an East Lothian school in a break-in.

The incident happened between 9.30pm and 9.40pm on Sunday at Loretto School in Musselburgh.

Entry was gained to the premises before the keys to a DS 4 were taken.

The vehicle was then stolen from the grounds and police have been conducting local inquiries to trace the car and identify those responsible.

Anyone with information is asked to come forward.

The car is described as being white with a black roof and black alloy wheels and has registration number SK18 HZW.

Detective Constable Stephanie Sword said: "As part of this ongoing inquiry we are trying to establish if the stolen vehicle has been used to commit any other recent crimes in the Lothians area.

"We would urge anyone who has seen it since Sunday evening to contact police immediately.

"In addition, we are also keen to hear from anyone who remembers seeing any suspicious activity around Loretto School on this day and would ask they get in touch."

Contact police via 101 and quote incident number 742 of May 21. Alternatively, an anonymous report can be made to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.