Police are hunting a gang of thugs of seriously assaulted a 51-year-old man in an "unprovoked" attack at the weekend.
The incident took place around 8pm on Saturday, August 20 outside a premises in the Deans area.
At that time, the victim was attacked by a group of five men, suffering serious but not life-threatening injuries.
One of the suspects is described as being white, aged around 25, 6ft tall, with dark wavy hair.
He was wearing a light long-sleeved top, jeans, and was carrying a Buckfast bottle.
Detective Sergeant John Bowerbank, from Livingston CID, said: “This appears to have been an entirely unprovoked attack by a group who singled out the victim and caused him significant injuries.
“Our enquiries have established that patrons from a nearby premises came to the victim’s aid, as the suspects ran from the area, and we’re asking for anyone with information to please come forward.
“If you believe you can assist our investigation in any way, please call police on 101, quoting incident 3562 of 20 August. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”
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