A police investigation is underway in West Lothian after a child was approached by a stranger as they walked to school in the Carmondean area of Livingston around 8.15am this morning.
The incident took place away from school grounds, and the child safely reached school afterwards.
A spokeswoman for Police Scotland said: “Police in West Lothian are investigating following a report that a child was approached by an unknown adult in the Carmondean area of Livingston at around 8.15am on Tuesday September 4.
“Inquiries into the full circumstances are ongoing.”
West Lothian Council sent a letter to local parents following the incident which states: “We would encourage parents/carers to remain vigilant and discuss personal safety with their children when out in the community and when they are travelling to and from school.
“If you have any information about this incident, please contact Livingston Police Station on 101.”
