Lorry driver dies following A9 crash near Alness

A 58-year-old died at the scene of the collision.

Author: Liam RossPublished 12th Apr 2022

A man has died following a serious crash in Easter Ross earlier today.

Police have confirmed two lorries and three cars were involved in the crash which happened at around 12:25pm near the Skiach Junction.

A 58-year-old died at the scene of the collision.

The other drivers and passengers were checked over by ambulance staff but did not require hospital treatment.

Police Scotland confirmed the man's relatives have been informed.

Sergeant Kate Park of the Road Policing Unit said: "Our investigation into the circumstances of what caused the crash is underway and our thoughts are with the family and friends of the lorry driver who sadly lost his life.

"His next of kin have been informed.

"It is crucial that we piece together what has happened.

“I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the crash or who has dash-cam footage to contact us as soon as possible, you may have captured something that could assist our investigation.

"Officers are still in attendance and the road is still currently closed for crash investigations.

"I would like to thank members of the public for their patience while we carried out our enquiries into this serious crash.

"Anyone with information should call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 1197 of 12 April, 2022."

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