Two more charged after suspected 'targeted' shooting

A third man has already appeared in court.

Two more charged following suspected ‘targeted’ shooting in ArmadalePolice Scotland

Two more men have been charged in connection with the death of Billy Watson in West Lothian.

Emergency services were called to Harestanes Road in Armadale at around 11.50am on Saturday.

Billy Watson, 35, died at the scene, with police confirming he sustained fatal injuries consistent with being shot by a firearm.

Two men, aged 29 and 44, were initially arrested in connection with the death, and now since been charged.

They are due to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court on Monday, September 21. 

It comes after a third man, who was already arrested and charged in connection with the death, appeared at Livingston Sheriff Court on Friday.

Frank McCarthy was charged with murder and attempting to defeat the ends of justice.

The 57-year-old from Bathgate made no plea and was remanded in custody. He is due to appear before the court again within eight days.

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