Silver saab getaway car info plea after firearms incident

police are appealing for information after a getaway car was dumped in West Lothian following a firearms incident.

a silver saab estate car, seen in the ratho station area was found abandoned in a remote area off the a71 near to the turn-off for Kirknewton and east Calder on thursday, september 20.

It followed an incident in ratho station where shots were fired at a house at around 6.20am the same day. Inquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible and police are keen to trace two men wearing dark clothing, who were seen in the area at the time of the discharge.

Detective Inspector alan o’Brien said: “Fortunately, no-one within the property or in the surrounding area was hurt as a result of this reckless and very dangerous act.

“We are treating this matter with the utmost seriousness and believe that this was a targeted attack.

“We are keen to hear from anyone who has information that is relevant to this inquiry.

“In particular, we want to hear from anyone who saw the two men in dark clothing, in the ratho station area.

“We are also keen to hear from anyone who saw a silver saab estate vehicle in the ratho station area and In addition, any residents within east Calder who believe they saw the men making off from the abandoned saab should also get in touch.”

Chief Inspector Jimmy Jones, Local area Commander for north West edinburgh said:“any incident involving a firearm is extremely concerning for the local community, but thankfully they remain a rarity within the city.

“as part of our ongoing investigation we will have a high-visibility presence within ratho station for the time being to speak with members of the public, gather evidence and offer reassurance to local residents and businesses.”

anyone with information can speak with officers on patrol, can contact 101 or can make an anonymous report to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800555111.