Google MapsA schoolboy is fighting for his life after being struck by a pick-up truck near a busy shopping centre in West Lothian.
The collision took place around 7.45pm on Monday, February 5 on Almondvale Boulevard near the Centre Livingston and involved a white Toyota Hilux.
The 15-year-old pedestrian was taken to the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People in Edinburgh, with medical staff describing the teen’s condition as “critical”.
The driver was not injured as a result of the collision, as emergency services closed the road for approximately four hours.
Police said enquiries are ongoing and urged those with dash-cam footage to come forward.
Road Policing Sergeant Jamie Humpage said: “Our enquiries into this incident are ongoing.
“I would urge anyone who may have seen the crash to come forward.
“In addition, if you have dash-cam that could help with our investigation then please contact us.”
Anyone who can assist is asked to call 101, quoting 3249 of February 5, 2024.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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