Man hospitalised after West Lothian assault
The 56 year old was taken to St John's Hospital after the incident on Friday
A 59 year old man is recovering in hospital after being assaulted in West Lothian.
The incident happened at 8.45pm on Friday 28 June when the man was injured by three men in Almondell Country Park in West Calder.
The trio attempted to take his backpack, however they were unsuccessful, and the man was taken to St John’s Hospital for treatment.
Police have described the three men as having local accents, with two being around 5ft 9, and one being around 6ft 1.
One of the men was wearing a dark tracksuit and one was wearing a grey tracksuit. They were fishing before the incident took place.
Detective Constable Francis Sinnet said: "Our enquiries are ongoing and we are asking anyone who witnessed the assault or saw the suspects in the park to get in touch.
"If you can help, please contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3833 of 28 June. Or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”