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Iona Young

West Lothian takeaway has doors smashed in as thieves grab till filled with cash

A West Lothian Chinese takeaway has had its doors smashed in and a till filled with cash stolen from the premises during an early morning attack.

The incident took place in the early hours of Saturday, November 12 at the Dragon House near Kirk Lane in Livingston.

Investigating officers at Police Scotland are now appealing for witnesses of the attack as they investigate the crime, especially asking any drivers that could have dash-cam footage to get in touch.

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Detective Constable Greig Porteous, of Livingston CID, said: “We are appealing for anyone who may have seen anything suspicious before and after this incident to get in touch. In particular, if you have private CCTV or door-bell footage please contact us.

“We are also keen to speak to anyone driving in the area who might have captured something on dash-cam that could help with our investigation.

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He added: "Anyone who can help is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0523 of Saturday, 12 November, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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