Authorities are seeking the public’s assistance in an investigation after a teenage boy was robbed of his mobile phone in Livingston on Sunday, July 16, 2023.
The incident occurred around 2.45pm when a 14-year-old boy was walking alone along Alderstone Road. He was approached by three male youths who became aggressive when he refused to hand over his phone. One of the youths claimed to possess a weapon and proceeded to threaten and assault the boy.