Murder probe in West Lothian after assault victim loses fight for life

A MURDER investigation has been launched after the death of a 25-year-old man who was assaulted in West Lothian.

The victim died in hospital yesterday morning as a result of the injuries he suffered in Whitburn.

The incident happened in Townhead Gardens at around 11am on Thursday.

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A man and a woman, aged 32 and 21, have been arrested in connection with the incident, and are due to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court on Monday morning.

A police spokesperson said: "Officers investigating this incident have had a good response from the local community so far, but we are still appealing for any witnesses to come forward, to establish exactly what happened.

"We are now asking for anyone else who may have been in the area at the time, and who may have seen something suspicious, to get in touch with us a matter of urgency."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Lothian and Borders Police on 0131-311 3131, or the Crimestoppers in confidence and anonymity on 0800-555 111.

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