Investigation launched after teenager mugged by masked men in Bathgate

The 17-year-old boy was walking in Marjoribanks Street, near the junction with Academy Street, at around 11.30am on Sunday, November 9, when he was approached by two men.

The men, both of whom were wearing black face coverings, threatened the teenager before making off with a two-figure sum of cash.

The first suspect is described as being around 6ft tall, of slim build, wearing a black face covering, a black hooded jumper, black gloves, black tracksuit trousers and Nike 95s trainers.

The second suspect is described as wearing a black face covering, a black hooded jumper and grey tracksuit trousers.

Police are appealing for information after a robbery in a West Lothian town. (Picture: Police Scotland)

Police have asked anyone who may have dashcam or private CCTV footage to get in touch.

Detective Constable Matthew Morran said: “Our enquiries are ongoing and I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident and hasn't already spoke to officers to get in touch. Additionally, if you have information which could assist our enquiries please make contact with police.

“I would also appeal to anyone who was in the area around the time and who may have dash cam or private CCTV footage to get in touch.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 1567 of November 9.