Hunt for masked gang after cash stolen in break-in

A manhunt has been launched for a masked gang who broke into a house in West Lothian and stole a sum of cash.

The break-in occurred between 3am and 5.30am on Friday morning at a property on Old Golf Course Road in Armadale.

Police said the four male suspects wore black facemasks and stole a sum of cash during the incident.

Detective Constable Francis Sinnet said: “Enquiries are ongoing and we are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to contact us.

“We’d also ask anyone with private CCTV or dash-cam footage which could assist our enquiries to come forward.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident 0439 of Friday, November 13, 2026. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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