Woman’s Body Discovered on Livingston Street Prompts Investigation

Police have launched an investigation after a woman’s body was found on Ogilvie Way in Livingston, West Lothian, leaving the local community shocked by the unexpected discovery. Officers cordoned off a significant portion of the residential area after responding to reports of an unresponsive female early Thursday morning, according to The Scottish Sun.

Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased as they work to notify next of kin and determine the circumstances surrounding her death, which police are currently treating as unexplained.

Emergency Response and Initial Investigation

Multiple emergency vehicles, including police cars and ambulances, converged on the scene shortly after 6:30 AM when a passerby discovered the woman and alerted authorities. Paramedics pronounced the woman dead at the scene despite attempts to administer life-saving measures.

“We can confirm we are responding to reports regarding the death of a woman in the Ogilvie Way area of Livingston,” stated a Police Scotland spokesperson. “Inquiries are at an early stage, and we are working diligently to establish the full circumstances.”

Forensic teams in white protective suits were observed conducting detailed examinations of the area, collecting evidence and documenting the scene. The street remained cordoned off for most of the day as investigators worked methodically to preserve potential evidence.

Community Impact and Reaction

The discovery has sent shockwaves through the normally quiet neighborhood. Local resident Margaret Henderson, who lives nearby, expressed concern: “Nothing like this has ever happened here before. It’s usually such a peaceful area, and many of us are understandably worried.”

Livingston North Councillor Andrew McGuire urged residents to remain calm while authorities conduct their investigation. “This is clearly a distressing situation, but I would encourage everyone to avoid speculation and allow the police to do their job thoroughly,” McGuire said in a statement to constituents.

Schools in the immediate vicinity operated normally but with increased security measures as a precaution. Community support officers have been deployed to the area to address residents’ concerns and gather any relevant information from potential witnesses.

Awaiting Post-Mortem Results

Police have confirmed that a post-mortem examination will be conducted to determine the cause of death. “At this stage, we are treating the death as unexplained, and further information will be released once we have established the facts,” the Police Scotland spokesperson added.

Authorities have not disclosed whether they suspect foul play but emphasized that all available resources are being directed toward the investigation. The woman’s age and possible circumstances leading to her death have not yet been made public.

Detective Chief Inspector Robert Andrews, who is leading the investigation, appealed to the public for assistance: “We are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who was in the Ogilvie Way area between 10 PM Wednesday and 6 AM Thursday, or anyone who may have dashcam or doorbell footage from the vicinity.”

Broader Context and Safety Measures

While crime rates in Livingston have generally remained stable over the past year, this incident marks the third unexplained death in the broader West Lothian region in recent months. However, authorities have not indicated any connection between these cases.

Local authorities have assured residents that additional patrols will be conducted in the area in the coming days both to gather information and to provide reassurance to the community. A dedicated incident room has been established at Livingston Police Station to coordinate the investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0543 of May 9, or to reach out to Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.