A hunt has been launched after two balaclava-clad men broke into a Tesco filling station in Dalkeith.

At around 11.55pm on Friday the pair forced entry to the premises before stealing a quantity of cigarettes and making off on foot from the area.

The first suspect is of medium build and was wearing a navy puffer jacket, royal-blue t-shirt, navy trousers, multi-coloured gloves and a black balaclava.

The second is of medium build and was wearing a black hooded jumper with white writing and a white logo on the back, navy trousers, black trainers, orange gloves and a black balaclava.

Detective constable Sean Kennedy from Dalkeith CID said: "Despite the time of night this incident occurred, there may have been members of the public in the area who witnessed what happened and we'd urge them to get in touch.

"In addition, if you recognise the description of the suspects, or have any other information relevant to our ongoing investigation then please contact police immediately."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101 and quote incident number 5301 of the June 22.

Alternatively, charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously via 0800 555 111.