Drivers' lives threatened as wheelie bins thrown from Fife flyover

Police slam reckless incidents on the Glenrothes to Kinglassie road

Two vehicles were attacked from the overpass
Author: Lindsay HerronPublished 24th Jul 2023

Two drivers’ lives were threatened after wheelie bins thrown at their cars from a Fife flyover.

The incidents happened on the same stretch of road between Glenrothes and Kinglassie in the early hours of two days this month.

Although the vehicles were damaged, those inside were not hurt. Police have now launched an appeal for witnesses.

The first incident happened on the B921 heading towards Kinglassie around 1am on Sunday July 16. The second was around 3.55am on Wednesday, 19 July.

Inspector Kirk Donnelly, of Glenrothes Police Station said: “Acts such as this are not only reckless but could lead to serious or often fatal consequences. It is fortunate that no one has been injured in either of the incidents reported to us

“I would like to appeal to the local community who may have any information relating to those involved to contact police on 101, quoting reference 0432 of 19 July, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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