Adobe StockPolice are hunting for an armed man after hundreds of pounds were stolen in a robbery at a shop in West Lothian.
The suspect entered the store on Baillie Street in Whitburn at around 5.50am on Wednesday and threatened a member of staff with a bladed weapon.
A three-figure sum of cash was stolen but no one was injured, police said.
The incident was described as “frightening”.
The suspect is described as white, of slim build and was wearing blue joggers, a blue and orange jacket and trainers.
Detective constable Chris Watson said: “This was a frightening incident for the staff member involved, and it is vital we trace the man responsible.
“I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw a man of that description, or knows who it may be, to contact officers.
“I’d also appeal to those in the area who have dash-cam footage or private CCTV to review this to see if it has captured anything of significance.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0444 of February 18, 2026. Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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