Police launch major investigation as man dies in Armadale 'firearm' incident
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Police launch major investigation after man was found dead at property in Armadale
Police have launched a major investigation after a man was found dead at a property in Armadale, West Lothian. Emergency crews rushed to Harestanes Road in Armadale late on Saturday morning after receiving reports of a man injured.
Air ambulances alse descended on the area, however the man was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin is aware.
The streets around Harestanes Road were closed off by police as they began their investigations with officers maintaining a large presence in the area.
Police say enquiries are at an early stage and a post-mortem will take place in due course. However, one line of inquiry is that his death may have involved a firearm.
Detective Superintendent Michelle Findlay, of the Major Investigations Team, said: “Our thoughts are with the family of the man who has died in this incident.
“Officers remain in the area and anyone with concerns or any information can approach them or call us on 101, quoting incident number 1361 of Saturday, 12 September, 2026.”
Around 12pm on Saturday, 12 September, officers received a report of a car on fire nearby in the Netherhouses area, near to Armadale. Police Scotland said they are keeping an open mind, but the incidents are being investigated as linked.
The fire was put out by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Services and there were no reports of injuries.
The deceased man’s next of kin have been informed.
Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of both incidents.