Authorities seek witnesses after a serious crash involving two vehicles.
A serious road accident occurred on Wednesday afternoon near Pitmedden, resulting in a 72-year-old woman being hospitalized. The collision took place on the A920 Ellon to Oldmeldrum road, close to the B999 crossroads, around PM. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, where a Land Rover Defender and a Ford EcoSport were involved in the crash.
The elderly woman, who was driving the Ford EcoSport, was transported by ambulance to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. Medical staff have reported that her condition is serious, prompting concerns for her health. In addition to her, a 60-year-old woman driving the Land Rover and a 61-year-old male passenger were also taken to the hospital for treatment.
Fortunately, both were later released after receiving necessary care.
Investigation into the crash
The incident has raised significant concern in the local community, leading to a thorough investigation by the North East Road Policing Unit. Sergeant Eoin Maxwell, who is overseeing the investigation, has urged anyone who witnessed the accident or has information to come forward. He emphasized the importance of gathering as much information as possible to determine the cause of the crash.
“Our investigation to establish the cause of the crash is ongoing, and I urge anyone who witnessed it to contact us,” Sergeant Maxwell stated. He also encouraged drivers who were on the road around the time of the incident to check their dashcam footage for any relevant information that could assist in the investigation.
Community response and road safety
The road was closed for several hours while emergency services worked diligently at the scene, highlighting the need for road safety awareness in the area. As communities come together to support those affected by the accident, local authorities are reminding drivers to remain vigilant and cautious on the roads, particularly in areas where accidents have occurred.
Anyone with information regarding the crash is encouraged to contact the police through the non-emergency number 101, quoting incident number 1611 of November 13. The cooperation of the public is vital in ensuring road safety and preventing future incidents.
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