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Tragic Collision during Storm Boelo Claims Two Lives in West Lothian
A young man has been named following a fatal crash during Storm Boelo in West Lothian. Arran Callander, 20, was driving a white BMW when his vehicle collided with a blue Citroen Saxo and a blue Peugeot 208 on B708 Lower Bathville road in Bathgate around 12.15pm on Sunday, October 25. Tragically, he died at the scene, alongside the 84-year-old driver of the Peugeot, whose identity has not yet been disclosed.
Tributes have poured in for Arran, described as “one of a kind” by his sister, Angela. She expressed her grief, stating, “You will be so missed by so many. It’s not sunk in. I want to see you again.” Friends have also shared their condolences and memories, highlighting the joy and laughter he brought to their lives.
The accident occurred while an amber weather warning for Storm Boelo was active across much of Scotland. Images from the scene depict a large cordon established by police, who are currently conducting investigations. The road was closed as officers gathered evidence.
Sergeant Dave Waddell from Police Scotland extended sympathies to the families and friends of both men who lost their lives and stated that inquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances of the incident. He urged witnesses or anyone with relevant dash-cam footage to come forward to assist with the investigation.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 1770 of October 25, 2026.
