A 37-year-old woman is appearing in court today after stealing charity boxes across the Forth Valley.
Police carried out an investigation after incidents in Grangemouth, Falkirk, Stirling, Bannockburn and Linlithgow.
In a statement, officers say stealing from charitable causes is "completely unacceptable".
The woman will appear at Falkirk Sheriff Court today.
PC Boyle from Forth Valley Police said:
“I would like to thank all members of the public who assisted us with our enquiries. Stealing from charitable causes and those in need is completely unacceptable. We have proactively engaged with affected premises to ensure all incidents were thoroughly investigated and those responsible held accountable.”
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