Two women have been charged in connection with a series of thefts in Aberdeen and Inverurie.
Police were told of the incidents, which include stealing purses and bank cards, between November 29 and December 9.
An investigation found the cards were used to withdraw large amounts of cash, £2,300 of stolen money has been recovered.
Both women, who are 29 and 52, are to appear in court today (December 11).
Sergeant Mark Rennie, of Aberdeen Safer City Unit, said: "Enquiries are ongoing to trace all those responsible for the thefts. "We will not tolerate this kind of targeted criminality from anyone. These arrests send a clear message to anyone thinking of travelling to Aberdeen for the purpose of criminality, that it simply won’t be accepted.”
A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
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