Police seek information following a fatal accident involving a single vehicle.
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A tragic incident unfolded near the village of Torphins in Aberdeenshire, where a 64-year-old man was found dead following a single-vehicle crash. The accident is believed to have occurred between PM on Thursday and AM on Friday, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.
Details of the accident
Authorities discovered a black Skoda Octavia off-road on an unclassified route close to Torphins. The police suspect that the vehicle was traveling on a stretch of road connecting the A980 at Torphins and the B9119 at Tornaveen when the crash occurred.
Despite the prompt arrival of emergency personnel, the man was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving the community in shock.
Police appeal for information
In the wake of this tragic event, Police Scotland is actively seeking information from the public. Sergeant Pete Henderson expressed condolences to the family and friends of the deceased, emphasizing the importance of gathering details surrounding the incident. “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died, and inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances,” he stated.
Potential witnesses and dash-cam footage
Authorities believe that the vehicle’s journey may have begun in Edzell around PM on Thursday, November 28, possibly taking the route over the Cairn O’ Mount B974. Police are urging anyone who may have seen the vehicle or has dash-cam footage from that night to come forward. “If you have dash-cam footage that could assist with our investigation, then please contact us,” Henderson added.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call Police Scotland at 101, quoting incident number 0454 of Friday, November 29, 2024. The community is rallying together, hoping to uncover more details about the circumstances leading to this unfortunate loss of life.
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