Pensioner from Brazil killed in road accident

The 69-year-old was on the back of a bike which hit a car near Tomintoul

Published 27th Jul 2017

A 69 year old woman from Brazil has been killed in a motorcycle accident in Moray.

She was the pillion passenger on a BMW 1200 GS that collided with a car on the A939 Lecht to Tomintoul road at around 5.30pm on Wednesday.

Police said the man riding the bike also suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment.

Sergeant Rob Warnock said: My thoughts, and that of my officers, are very much with the family and friends of the female who sadly died in this collision.

"Several people witnessed this incident and I am acutely aware that they, and others who assisted at the scene, have also been affected by the tragic circumstances.

"I would appeal to anyone who may have seen the crash or who may have seen either vehicle shortly beforehand and who hasn't yet spoken with police to do so to help us piece together exactly what happened.

"Anyone with information who hasn't yet come forward should contact Police Scotland via 101."