Armadale incident: Appeal launched after two men attempted to break in to West Lothian home

An appeal has been launched after two men attempted to break in to a home in West Lothian.

Police are looking for anyone who saw anything suspicious around 2.50am on Wednesday on Rodger Crescent in Armadale.

One man was wearing all black clothing. The other man was also wearing all black clothing but with a fluorescent section on his top.

They tried to access the property via the patio doors but were disturbed and were seen running off in the direction of Station Road.

Armadale: Appeal launched after two men attempted to break in to West Lothian home

Detective Constable Kenny Alexander, of Livingston CID, said: “Fortunately these men did not succeed in entering the property and ran off when they were disturbed and we are seeking information that may help us find them.

“Anyone who saw anything suspicious around the time of this incident, including dash-cam footage if you were driving in the area, is asked to get in touch.

“Please contact us on 101, quoting incident 0281 of Wednesday, 16 June, 2021.”

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