Transport Museum crash man named

The man who died following an incident at Grampian Transport Museum in Alford yesterday, Wednesday August 23, 2017, has been named as James Hickey from the Inverness area.

Emergency services were called to the site at Montgarrie Road shortly before 11am, however the 22-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detective Inspector Stewart Drummond, who is leading the investigation into the incident, said: "Our thoughts remain with his family and friends at this very difficult and sad time.

"Enquiries are still ongoing into the circumstances leading up to this incident and we continue to work with our partners including Aberdeenshire Council.

"As is the case with all sudden deaths, a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal in due course."

A statement on the museum's website said: "Friends of the museum will have heard by now that there was a serious incident involving an individual track hire test session on Wednesday 23rd August where unfortunately the driver was killed.

"As a result, the police and environmental health are investigating the cause.

"All our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased.

"For the immediate future we will not use the road circuit. This will mean that the AllFord event and the Grampian Motorcycle Convention will not be staged this year.

"As a mark of respect towards the gentleman's family and friends, the museum is closed today but will reopen at 10am on Friday 25th August."