Tragic biker's partner also died in crash

The following family statement has been released by Police Scotland on behalf of the family of Eion MacDonald (38), who died following a road traffic collision on the A92 north of St Cyrus on Sunday 28 June.

The family of the biker killed in a crash on the A92 have released a statement.

38 year old Eion MacDonald died near his home in St Cyrus on Sunday evening after an accident with a people carrier.

The statement reads: "It is with great sadness that this has happened to our family unit, something that would be tragic for any family to bear. Eion was a valued family member who will be sadly missed by all. He loved life and his children, we will never forget him. This is all the more tragic for us as Eion's partner was killed in a motorcycle accident in February 2014. We ask that we are given peace to grieve together as a family in this difficult time. Sleep tight Eion."