The disturbing moment a Midlothian intruder was trying property doors during the early hours was caught on camera. Around 4.30am on Tuesday, December 9, the prowler was spotted walking towards various homes on New Adams Row, Danderhall.

The resident claimed he tried the door handle various times before he was spotted by a neighbour across the road. It was captured on camera and the resident, a mum-of-two, said she is "petrified" following the incident.

The short clip shows the male walk up the drive before heading for the main door. He then passes the window and the car before he's out of the camera shot.

Police were made aware and confirmed inquiries are at an early stage.

Speaking to Edinburgh Live, the resident said: "I have motion sound detection on my camera so it automatically pi

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