It’s the stuff of nightmares, but locals in the Scottish Borders are living in fear after a creepy doll - part of a twin set - mysteriously disappeared from a shop.

Similar to something from the hit horror movie Annabelle, the alarm was raised on the Borders.co.uk Facebook page, a community hub for those living in the Borders, on Wednesday.

Enough to send shivers down even the toughest of spines, the notice read: “The Red Cross shop in Galashiels was given a set of twin dolls.

“The dolls were handed in with instructions from the donor that they be sold together, never separated.

“Somehow, one of the dolls has gone AWOL. This would be around 22nd February.

“Please can the doll be returned to the shop ASAP to be reunited.”

Locals have been trying to contain themselves since the eerie turn of events.

“Looks a wee bit scary,” said one resident, while another insisted: “I’ll never sleep tonight now.”

Anyone with any information is urged to contact the Red Cross Shop in Galashiels on 01896 661098 or email admin@borders.co.uk.