STV NewsA man has been charged after woman died following a “disturbance” at a property in West Lothian.
Officers were called to a disturbance at Cunnighar Road, Broxburn, at around 7.55pm on Sunday.
Emergency services took a 42-year-old woman to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh where she was later pronounced dead.
A 46-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with her death.
He is due to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court on Tuesday.
Police have confirmed there will continue to be increased patrols within the area and has thanked the community for their patience.
Detective chief inspector Craig Higgins said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who died and we’ll do all we can to support them at this very difficult time.
“I’d like to thank the local community for their help and patience while enquiries are carried out. There will be a continued police presence in the area but I want to reassure everyone, this is an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the public. However, anyone who does have concerns can speak to officers.”
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