89-year-old great gran who died in Falkirk crash named by police

The crash happened on Bellsdyke Road, Larbert, on Tuesday afternoon

Elizabeth ‘Elsie’ Alexander, 89
Author: Paul ReillyPublished 6th Mar 2024

An 89-year-old woman who died in a car crash in Falkirk has been named by police.

Elizabeth ‘Elsie’ Alexander from Larbert was driving a Toyota Aygo, which was involved in a crash with a Volkswagen Golf, at about 1.20pm on Tuesday.

The crash happened on Bellsdyke Road, Larbert, Falkirk and she died at the scene.

The four people in the Volkswagen were taken to Forth Valley Royal Hospital with minor injuries.

Her family have released the following statement and asked that their privacy is respected at this time.

“A much loved Mum, Gran, Great Gran and Mother-in-Law.

"The family would like to thank family, friends and members of the public for their condolences and messages of support at this difficult time.”

Police continue to appeal for witnesses

Sergeant Dave Waddell said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased at this terrible time.

"Our inquiries to establish the full circumstances are ongoing and we are appealing for anyone who was in the area, and who witnessed the crash, to please get in touch.

"I would also appeal to anyone who was driving in the area and who may have dashcam footage to contact us.

"Anyone with information can contact police on 101, quoting incident 1569 of 5 March, 2024."

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