Pedestrian killed in Invershin crash named as police appeal for information
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Police are appealing for information following a fatal crash on the A836 near Invershin.
Emergency services were called to the scene at around 11.30am on Wednesday, July 19, after a crash involving a motorcycle and a pedestrian.
The pedestrian, Angus Ross (85), from Ardgay, died at the scene.
The rider of the motorcycle, a 49-year-old man, was taken by air ambulance to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment.
The road was closed while crash investigations were carried out and reopened around 6.20pm.
Mr Ross’s family released a statement through Police Scotland.
It said: “We are devastated over the loss of Angus, who was much loved by all the family. We would like to request privacy at this sad and difficult time as we come to terms with what’s happened.”
Officers are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Police Sergeant Neil MacDonald said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Angus at this very difficult time. We will continue to support them as our enquiries progress.
“I’m appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time and saw what happened to get in touch. Drivers with dashcam footage of the A836 around 11.30am on Wednesday, July 19, are urged to review it and bring anything of significance to our attention.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101 quoting reference 1241 of July 19.
