Appeal following crash involving child in Livingston

Officers are appealing for information following a crash involving a 15-year-old boy and a vehicle in Livingston.

The incident happened on Almondvale Boulevard, Livingston, around 7.45 pm on Monday, 5 February 2024.

The driver of the vehicle, a white Toyota Hilux, was not injured.

The pedestrian, a 15-year-old boy, was taken to the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh, where medical staff described his condition as critical.

The road was closed for around four hours.

Road Policing Sergeant Jamie Humpage said: "Our enquiries into this incident are ongoing. I would urge anyone who may have seen the crash to come forward.

“In addition, if you have dash-cam footage that could help with our investigation then please contact us.”

Anyone who can assist is asked to call 101, quoting 3249 of 5 February 2024. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.