Two men have died in a three-car crash in Bathgate, West Lothian, during Storm Boelo. Emergency services were called to the B708 in Lower Bathville at 12.15pm on Sunday, October 25, following reports of a collision involving three cars: a white BMW 116D, a blue Citroen Saxo and a blue Peugeot 208.
Fatalities confirmed at the scene
The driver of the BMW, a 20-year-old man, and the driver of the Peugeot, an 84-year-old man, were pronounced dead at the scene. The passenger of the BMW, a 19-year-old man, was taken to hospital for treatment, while the two occupants of the Citroen, a 20-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman, were assessed by paramedics at the scene.
The road was subsequently closed to allow a collision investigation to be carried out. The tragedy unfolded while an amber weather warning for Storm Boelo was in place until Sunday evening across most of Scotland.
Police appeal for witnesses
Images taken from the scene show a large cordon in place as officers examined the crash site. 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.”
He added: “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 asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 1770 of 25 October, 2026.
