Man arrested over robberies at bookmakers

A man has been arrested in connection with two armed robberies at bookmakers in West Lothian.

The first incident took place at about 8:15pm on Wednesday 27 March at William Hill in Uphall Road, Pumpherston.

The second occurred at about 8:20pm on Thursday 11 April at the Ladbrokes in Carmondean, Livingston.

Police Scotland have charged a 34-year-old man and he is expected to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court today.

Detective Sergeant Ally Urquhart said: “Both these robberies were frightening ordeals for the staff.”