A 19-year-old man dies in a two-car collision, prompting police appeal for witnesses.
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A devastating car accident near Inverurie has resulted in the death of a 19-year-old driver, with three others currently recovering in the hospital. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon on the B9001 Inverurie to Rothienorman road, where a grey Citroen C2 collided with a white Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Details of the accident
The young driver was pronounced dead at the scene of the two-car collision. His 20-year-old female passenger is reported to be in stable condition, as are the 60-year-old female driver of the Range Rover and her 64-year-old male passenger.
The tragic event has left the local community in shock, as they come to terms with the loss of a young life.
Investigation and police appeal
Sergeant Alexander Bowser-Riley expressed condolences to the family and friends of the deceased, stating, “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died and those involved in the incident. We will continue to support them throughout the investigation.” The police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Call for witnesses and dashcam footage
Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information to contact them. Sergeant Bowser-Riley emphasized the importance of gathering information, stating, “I am appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident, and who has not already spoken to officers, to get in touch. I would also appeal to anyone who was driving in the area around the time of the crash and who may have dashcam footage which could assist us to contact police.” Those with information are encouraged to call 101, quoting incident 2055 of December 7, 2024.
The road was closed for approximately 10 hours following the accident, reopening around 1 AM. As the investigation continues, local reporters are working diligently to provide updates on this developing story. Residents are encouraged to stay informed by following local news outlets on social media and online platforms.
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