Man dies after being knocked down in Edinburgh

The accident happened at 3:50pm on Wednesday on Murrayburn Road - the 42-year old died at the scene

Murrayburn Road
Published 20th Feb 2019
Last updated 20th Feb 2019

A man has died after being knocked down in the West of the city.

It happened around 3:50pm on Wednesday 20th February on Murrayburn Road, near to the junction with Hailesland Road.

A 42-year-old male pedestrian suffered serious injuries when he was hit by a car.

He was taken treated by the Scottish Ambulance Service but was pronounced dead at scene.

Inquiries are ongoing and the road remains closed.

Inspector Roger Park from Edinburgh's Road Policing Unit said: "Despite the best efforts of paramedics and medical staff, the man could not recover from his injuries and our thoughts are with his family at this time.

"Our investigation to establish the full circumstances of this incident are ongoing and we are keen to hear from anyone with any relevant information.

"In particular any motorists who were in the area and have dash-cam footage that captures the collision are also urged to come forward."

Those with information are asked to contact the Road Policing Unit in Edinburgh via 101 and quote incident number 2376 of the 20th February.