Theft probe launched at barracks

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An inquiry is under way into claims that property belonging to soldiers was stolen from a military barracks while they were serving in Afghanistan.

The investigation centres on Edinburgh's Redford Infantry Barracks, home to troops from 3 Rifles battalion and the Scots Borderers.

It is alleged the items went missing from sealed boxes inside the barracks while troops were on a tour of duty.

The Ministry of Defence confirmed its police force was investigating.

A spokesman said: "Ministry of Defence police are conducting an investigation into alleged stolen property at Redford Infantry Barracks, the base of 3 Rifles battalion.

"It would be inappropriate to comment further until the investigations are complete."