Man arrested following fatal hit and run in Linlithgow

A 27-year-old man has been arrested following a fatal hit and run in Linlithgow.

A 48-year-old man was walking in the town’s Main Street at around 12.20am on Sunday, August 30, when he was hit by a grey Renault Clio.

Despite efforts by paramedics to save his life, the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Police Scotland said his next of kin have been made aware.

The incident happened here on Main Street, Linlithgow, late on Saturday night. | Stock

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A police investigation was launched, with officers appealing for help to track the driver of the grey car.

A Police Scotland spokesman said enquiries are ongoing.