Cash stolen from Whitburn garage

It happened at the Shell Garage in Baillie Street around 3am

Published 9th Dec 2017
Last updated 9th Dec 2017

Cash has been stolen from a West Lothian petrol station.

It happened at the Shell Garage in Baillie Street, Whitburn around 3am on Saturday 9th December.

A man entered the garage and demanded money before making off with a three-figure sum.

The suspect is described as white, 6ft 2ins tall, of medium build and was wearing all dark clothing.

Detective Constable Barry Carlin of Livingston CID said: ā€œThankfully, no one was hurt during this incident however weā€™re urging anyone who can assist with our investigation to come forward.

ā€œAnyone who may have seen the suspect, who recognises his description or who saw any suspicious behaviour in the area is asked to get in touch as soon as possible.ā€

Anyone with information can contact Livingston CID via 101, quoting incident number 0635 of 9th December, or report this anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111