Detectives in West Lothian are appealing for information following a break-in in the Livingston area. 

Around 5.50pm on Friday, 21 June, 2024 two men gained entry to a property on Columbia Avenue in Howden.  

Nothing is believed to have been taken, however damage was done to the premises. 

The first man is described as approximately 5ft 8ins tall and of slim build. He was wearing all dark clothing with hood up and a face mask. 

The second man is described as approximately 5ft 7ins tall, also of slim build. He was wearing grey bottoms, white top with hood up, black jacket and a face mask. 

Detective Constable Natalie Civil said: “Our enquiries are ongoing, and we are appealing to anyone that may have seen anything suspicious or who has any information to get in touch. 

“We would also ask anyone with relevant CCTV, doorbell or dash cam recordings that may assist our enquires to contact us. 

“I would also like to take this opportunity to remind people to take all precautions available to ensure that their homes are as secure as possible before leaving and store all valuables out of sight.” 

Please contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 3081 of Friday, 21 June, or alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555111, where anonymity can be maintained. 

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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.