Cars had windows smashed and bodywork dented during an overnight wrecking spree in Edinburgh.

A total of 17 vehicles were targeted in the Fountainbridge area between 1.45am and 5.15am on Monday.

Police believe the same culprits were responsible for all the vandalism and are appealing for witnesses.

They also called for anyone else who hasn't yet contacted police about damage to their car to come forward.

Inspector Scott Richardson from Wester Hailes Police Station said: "This is a shocking amount of vandalism and the sheer scale of the damage caused is completely unacceptable.

"This damage has caused inconvenience and upset to a large number of residents.

"I would appeal to anyone in the area whose vehicle has been damaged and who has not yet reported it to police to do so as soon as they can.

"I would also appeal to anyone who may have seen anything to come forward.

"We are eager to trace those responsible as soon as possible. We would ask anyone who saw anything suspicious to get in touch."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident numbers 0249, 0303 and 0478 of the 14th of August or to call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."