Family "devastated" by man's death after Aberdeen car showroom accident

Tributes are being paid to a man who died after being injured at a car dealership in Aberdeen.

33-year-old Mark Mathers died on Tuesday after an incident at Specialist Cars Volkswagen on Saturday.

Emergency services were called to the premises on Craigshaw Crescent at around 8.45am.

Mr Mathers, from Inverurie in Aberdeenshire, had reportedly been working on a roller door at the dealership.

As an investigation got under way, his family said he would be missed by everyone.

In a statement released by Police Scotland, relatives said: We are devastated by what has happened.

Mark will be sorely missed by all who knew him. We respectfully request that we are allowed privacy to grieve at this time.''

Specialist Cars Volkswagen said: “We are all deeply saddened to hear about the tragic loss of Mark Mathers following the incident at our premises on Saturday morning. Our thoughts are with Mark’s family and friends at this terribly difficult time.

“I would like to commend all our colleagues on site for their quick action and response. We are providing counsel and support to all individuals involved"

Detective Inspector Norman Stevenson said: Our thoughts are with Mark's family at this very sad time.

An investigation is ongoing in conjunction with Aberdeen City Council and a report will be submitted to the procurator fiscal in due course.'