Two schoolboys, 12, arrested after teenager, 16, stabbed on street

Two 12-year-old boys have been arrested in connection with the stabbing of a 16-year-old boy on Sunday.

Emergency services were called to Lenzie Avenue in Livingston following reports of a serious assault at around 8.05pm.

A 16-year-old boy was taken to hospital following the incident. Two 12-year-old boys were arrested in connection with the attack.

An investigation is ongoing.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 8.05pm on Sunday, March 9, 2025, officers received a report of a serious assault on Lenzie Avenue, Livingston.

“A 16-year-old male was taken to hospital.

“Two 12-year-old boys have been arrested in connection and enquiries are ongoing.”

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