Man charged in connection with incident in Galashiels which left two pedestrians injured, according to police
A man has been charged in connection with an alleged hit-and-run in Galashiels, in which two pedestrians were injured, according to police.
Emergency services swooped on the town's Hall Street after the alarm was raised around 2.40pm yesterday (Thursday).
A 47-year-old man was taken to hospital following the incident, while a 50-year-old woman was treated at the scene.
Police say a BMW believed to have been involved was later traced by officers.
A 42-year-old man is expected to appear in court in the Borders later in connection with the incident.
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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 2.40pm on Thursday, June 13th, police received a report of two pedestrians being injured by a BMW car in the Hall Street area of Galashiels.
“A 47-year-old male pedestrian was conveyed to hospital for treatment, whilst the 50-year-old female pedestrian was treated at the scene.
“The car failed to stop at the scene and was later traced by officers. A 42-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the incident.
“He is expected to appear at Jedburgh Sheriff Court on Friday, June 14th.”
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