Cyclist dies after being hit by car at side of road

A 34-year-old cyclist has died after being hit by a car as he stood at the side of the road after coming off his bike.

The man was struck by a white a Vauxhall van on Main Street in East Whitburn, West Lothian, at about 06:10.

The driver of the van was not injured.

Police Scotland said inquiries were ongoing and have appealed for witnesses to get in touch.

Sgt Fraser Mitchell said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died in this crash.

"Inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of what happened and I am appealing to anyone who has information to come forward.

"If anyone saw the white Vauxhall van or a cyclist on or off a black pedal cycle in the area around the time of the collision, please contact us.

"I would also urge anyone who has dash-cam or personal footage to please review it and get in touch if there is anything that may be relevant to our investigation."