Man Who Lived In Camp By A9 Evicted
A man who lived in a camp by the side of the A9 in Highland Perthshire for nearly three years has been evicted.
Pensioner Charles Ingram, who started living in his Mercedes car south of Bruar, was moved on by Transport Scotland with the help of police yesterday.
Since 2012 his camp has extended to several tents.
Road bosses say the decision to move him was made as it was becoming a safety hazard and a distraction for motorists.
A spokeswoman for Transport Scotland said: “Decisions like this are never taken lightly but reflect our responsibility for the safe operation of the trunk road network and our concern for Mr Ingram’s personal welfare.
“We have been working closely with Perth and Kinross Council, as the local authority responsible for care and welfare issues, along with Police Scotland, to ensure everything possible has been done to resolve this situation amicably.
“The extent of the encampment on the A9 has grown in recent months and it is now a safety hazard and distraction for drivers and we have no choice but to take this action.
“All partners remain on hand to provide any support we can to Mr Ingram to ensure that his welfare and possessions are protected.”
Police Scotland officers shut the A9 while Mr Ingram's camp was dismantled.