Police in West Lothian are appealing for witnesses to an incident in Livingston this morning in which a man was robbed of a two-figure sum.
The man and a companion were walking on the pathway to rear of Heatherbank, Ladywell, Livingston around 3.45am when they were approached by three men walking towards them.
The man was then assaulted and money stolen from his wallet.
Detective Constable Bruce Kennedy, who is leading the investigation, said: “I am looking for the three men involved in this robbery, who are all white and in their late teens to mid-20s.
“The first man is 5’9”, medium build and was wearing a dark jacket or a hoodie with the hood up. He had a rough local accent.
“The second man is 5’9″, medium build, and wearing a lighter jacket with the hood up. He had a scar at the side of his nose, while the third man I am seeking is around 5′ 7″ in height and was wearing a light blue hoodie with the hood up and jeans.”
Anyone who recognises these men or who has information about this incident is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 or anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
