Police thank public after man arrested in connection with attack on teenage footballers

Following a previous appeal, police have confirmed that that a 23-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with two assaults in Livingston.

The incidents took place in Howden Park, around 6pm on Saturday, 24 April.

A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Chief Inspector Alun Williams, Area Commander for West Lothian, said: “I’d like to thank the public for their assistance with this investigation.

“We continue to work with community partners regarding any and all possible youth-related disorder in Howden Park, and officers will be conducting high visibility patrols in the area. I would encourage anyone with concerns to report them to police by calling 101.”