Masked gang threaten woman and kids in Fife house raid

Police are hunting a gang of masked men who forced their way into a Fife house - threatening a 44-year-old woman and two children and stealing a four-figure sum of money.

The incident happened at around 8.30pm yesterday on Peasehill Gait in Rosyth.

Detective Inspector Christopher Dow of Glenrothes CID said: "Thankfully no one was injured during this incident, but it was an absolutely terrifying experience for the family. 

"Following a house alarm being activated, the suspects ran from the house but not before they managed to find cash within.

"The crime is likely to have required a degree of planning and it is possible the suspects had been in the area prior to the robbery, checking the address and the family's movements.

"Peasehill Gait is a residential estate, so a car out of place or seen parked up for some time with people inside might have been spotted by local residents.

"Did you see a vehicle you didn't recognise in the area between 8pm and 9pm on Tuesday night, or in the days leading up to the incident? Did you see men running from a house into a waiting vehicle and drive off at speed around that time?

"We believe the men would have had to drive via Hilton Road to get out of the estate. If you were driving in the area, we would be particularly keen to view any dash-cam footage you may have.

"These men had no regard for the family and the robbery was particularly threatening, so it is imperative we catch these men.

"Additional officers will be in the area today, so anyone with information can approach them or call officers at Glenrothes Police Station via 101.  Please quote reference number 3062 of 9 March, 2021, when calling. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111."

Descriptions of three men have been released.

The first was approximately 30 years of age, 5ft 10ins and of stocky build. He was wearing dark clothing including gloves and a face mask.

The second was said to be in his late 40s, 5ft 10in and of heavy build, with blue eyes and ginger facial stubble. He was also wearing dark clothing, gloves and a face mask.

The third was described as being in his late 30s, about 6ft and of heavy build, with blue eyes and blond facial stubble, and was wearing a grey hooded top and a face mask.