Emergency services were called to St Kentigern's Academy on West Main Street in Blackburn on Tuesday
A boy has died following an "isolated" incident at a high school in West Lothian. Emergency services were called to St Kentigern's Academy on West Main Street in Blackburn at 1.20pm on June 6 following reports of "concern" for the youngster.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 1.20pm on Tuesday, 6 June, 2023, officers were called to a report of concern for a 14-year-old boy at a school in the Bathgate area. He was taken by ambulance to hospital for treatment, but died a short time later. "We have set up ongoing emotional support and signposting for students and staff affected by this tragic news. We would like to respect the family’s privacy at this incredibly painful time.
The statement added: "All parents of pupils directly affected have been contacted and we are assisting the relevant authorities with their ongoing enquiries. We have set up emotional support and signposting for students affected by today's incident and are unable to comment further at this time due to an ongoing police investigation."
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