Fatal three car crash on Edinburgh bypass
A 53-year-old man died in hospital
Police are investigating after a fatal three car crash on Edinburgh’s city bypass.
It happened on the A720 between Gogar roundabout and Hermiston Gait around 9am today.
A grey Volkswagen Transporter campervan, a grey Volkswagen Tiguan and a red Vauxhall Corsa were all involved.
The driver of the Corsa – a 53-year-old man – died shortly after being taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.
The driver of the Tiguan was taken to hospital with minor injuries, whilst the driver of the campervan was not injured.
Police say enquiries are ongoing.
Sergeant Grant Hastie said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man at this difficult time, and we will support them throughout the investigation.
"We would ask anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or who may have dash-cam footage, and has not yet spoken to or provided this information to officers, to contact us as soon as possible.”
Anyone with information is being told to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 4275 of 7 November, 2024.