POLICE are appealing for information and advising the public to be aware of the theft of rat traps from a property in Manse Brae, Rhu.

The warning to public is not to disturb any item they believe may be a rat trap, as not only does it contain hazardous substance for control of vermin, it may also contain rat urine which can also be harmful to humans.

The thefts occurred between April 4 and April 18, and anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.