Man named after alleged 'hit-and-run' in Cowdenbeath
The incident happened on Thursday
Last updated 19th Sep 2023
A pedestrian who died following an alleged 'hit and run' in Cowdenbeath on Thursday has been named.
He was Stephen Davis from the Fife town.
The 46-year-old was crossing High Street when he was struck by a grey Audi at about 8.30pm.
Police said the car didn't stop and drove off.
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His family has released the following statement:
“We are devastated by the loss of Stephen and the circumstances and timing that led to his death.
“We are still grieving the loss of his long-term partner, who passed away in July, we are still unable to comprehend the nature of his passing.
“Stephen was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. Stephen and his partner also worked together to make Cowdenbeath Market Garden a real community project. He will be deeply missed by us all.
“We would like to thank the bystanders who tried to help Stephen at the scene, all the witnesses who came forward with information and also Police Scotland.
“We'd like to request that our privacy be respected whilst we grieve for Stephen."
The vehicle involved remains missing and enquiries are ongoing to trace it.
It is believed to have been a grey coloured Audi SQ5 which was driven in the direction of Perth Road immediately after the collision.
It is then believed to have been driven towards the north-east of Fife.
Officers would urge anyone who has seen a similar vehicle parked in an unfamiliar place or who has any other information about the vehicle to get in touch.
If you can help, please call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3653 of Thursday 14th September 2023.
A 32-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.
He appeared at Dunfermline Sheriff Court on Monday.