Drivers urged to avoid A75 near Dumfries after crash closes part of road

Traffic between Garroch and Drummore roundabouts affected after accident.

Emergency services were called to the incident.
Author: Ruth RidleyPublished 16th Jan 2026

Drivers are being told to steer clear of the A75 near Dumfries after a crash shut down part of the road.

The incident between the Garroch and Drummore roundabouts was reported just before 1 o'clock this afternoon, with emergency crews still at the scene.

Anyone heading that way is urged to pick a different route.

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