A 20-year-old man and an 84-year-old pensioner have died in a three-car crash on the B708 at Lower Bathville, near Bathgate, during Storm Boelo.
Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 12.15pm on Sunday following reports of a collision involving a white BMW 116D, a blue Citroen Saxo and a blue Peugeot 208.
Fatalities confirmed at the scene
The 20-year-old driver of the BMW and the 84-year-old driver of the Peugeot were pronounced dead at the scene. A 19-year-old passenger in the BMW was taken to hospital for treatment, while the occupants of the Citroen, a 20-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman, were assessed by paramedics.
The road was closed for several hours while officers carried out collision investigations.
Storm Boelo warning in effect
The tragedy occurred while an amber weather warning for Storm Boelo was in effect until Sunday evening across much of Scotland. Photographs taken at the scene show a substantial cordon in place as officers examined the crash site.
Police appeal for witnesses
Sergeant Dave Waddell said: "Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the two men who have died, and everyone affected by this incident. Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances, and we are appealing to anyone who witnessed the crash to please contact us.
"In addition, anyone with relevant dash-cam footage is asked to get in touch as this may be able to assist."
Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 1770 of 25 October, 2026.
