A life-sized baby Jesus doll has been stolen from a nativity display outside a church.

The theft occurred near St John's Kirk in Perth on Monday night.

Police said three young boys were seen "acting suspiciously in the area" at around 11.30pm, when the doll was taken.

Officers are appealing for information to trace the boys, who were last seen neat St John Street in the town.

They are described as wearing black clothing, while two of the youngsters were carrying rucksacks.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the police on 101.