Hunt for armed gang after man dragged from home and attacked in front of child in Broxburn

A hunt for a gang of armed men has been launched after a man was dragged from a home and attacked in West Lothian.

The 37-year-old victim was confronted by four men with weapons in a house in Cardross Avenue, Broxburn, at around 7.30pm on Monday.

Police said the man was assaulted in front of his child and partner, dragged from the house into the driveway, and attacked further.

The suspects fled in a white or silver van and drove off towards Cardross Road.

The injured man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, where he was treated for serious injuries.

Police said the man’s partner and child were not injured but were very frightened by what happened.

Police Scotland is urging anyone with information to come forward following the “vicious” attack.

Detective sergeant Tony Gilhooley, Livingston CID, said: “The fact that the suspects knew the child was in the house but continued with this vicious attack is abhorrent and it is imperative that we trace those responsible.

“Officers have been carrying out door-to-door enquiries and viewing CCTV to identify the men and trace the van, and I would appeal to anyone who may have seen or heard the disturbance or assault to contact police.

“We would be keen to view any dashcam or doorbell footage from the street between 7pm and 7.45pm on Monday night just in case it caught footage that would assist the investigation.

“Officers remain in the area. Information can be passed to them or via 101. Please quote incident number 3140 of Monday, January 27, 2025, when calling.

“Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be called anonymously on 0800 555 111.”