Police ScotlandA man has been left in serious condition after an attack outside a property in West Lothian.
Police were alerted to the assault that happened on Lower Bathville, Armadale, at around 7pm on Saturday.
A 38-year-old man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, where he remains in serious condition.
Officers said initial enquiries suggest two men dressed all in black and wearing balaclavas were seen in the area at the time.
Police added that the men were later seen getting into a white car and travelling west along Lower Bathville.
The force is urging anyone with information regarding the attack to come forward.
Detective Sergeant Keith Sinclair said: “Our enquiries to establish the full circumstances of this incident are ongoing, and we are asking anyone with information that may assist to come forward.
“Similarly, if you have CCTV, ring doorbell or dash-cam footage, please review it and share anything that might assist us.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 2706 of Saturday, January 4, 2025.
“Alternatively, information can be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.”
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