Police Scotland is investigating following the theft of a vial of Covid-19 vaccine in Edinburgh.

Officers were alerted to the theft at the EICC on Morrison Street earlier today.

Chief Inspector Neil Wilson of Edinburgh City Division said: “We were made aware of an isolated incident of theft of a COVID-19 vaccine from the vaccination centre at Morrison Street in Edinburgh around 11.50am on Saturday, 20 March.

“The theft involved a single multi-dose vial of vaccine.

“A police investigation is ongoing, and officers are working closely with NHS Lothian and following a positive line of enquiry.

“Members of the public are reminded to remain vigilant to fraudulent offers of vaccine, which pose a risk to public health.

“Vaccines should only be administered by healthcare professionals as part of the national NHS COVID-19 vaccination programme.

“If you are offered a vaccine out with this setting you should decline and inform police immediately via 101″