Man dragged from Broxburn house and beaten by armed gang in front of child and partner

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A man has been left with serious injuries after being dragged from his home and beaten by an armed gang in front of his terrified partner and child.

Cops have launched a probe into the horrific attack which saw a 37-year-old man jumped by four men. It's believed the men stormed the house in Cardross Avenue, Broxburn at around 7.30pm on Monday, January 27.The brutes then hauled the man from his house to the driveway and further laid blows on him with weapons causing serious injury.

Officers from Police Scotland say his partner and child were not injured in the incident, but were left traumatised by the vicious attack.The suspects fled the scene in a white or silver van and drove off in the direction of Cardross Road.

The man was rushed to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh where he was treated for serious injuries. Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.