Man due in court over West Lothian 'chainsaw attack'

A man is due to appear in court next week over an alleged chainsaw attack in a West Lothian town.
By Jamie McKenzie
Published 8th May 2020, 11:24 BST
Updated 8th May 2020, 11:24 BST
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Police were called to the Rowan Place area of Blackburn on Wednesday night following the attempted murder of a 35-year-old man, who was taken by ambulance to St John’s Hospital in Livingston.

Residents also reported a heavy police presence in the area following the incident and pictures showed the street sealed off on Thursday.

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A statement released by police on Friday confirmed a 23-year-old man has been charged in connection with the attempted murder.

He is expected to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, May 11th.