22-year-old man killed in crash near Blairadam named by police
Ollie Nelson was a passenger in a black Seat Leon which crashed on the B996 on August 17th
Last updated 25th Aug 2025
The man who died in a car crash on the B996 near Blairadam earlier this month has been named as 22-year-old Ollie Nelson.
Mr Nelson, from Strathmiglo, was a passenger in a black Seat Leon, the only car involved in the crash, near the road’s junction with the B9097 at around 10.50pm on Sunday 17th August.
His family have asked for their privacy to be respected.
Constable Lee Buckley said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Ollie at this devasting time.
“I would urge anyone who may have been in the area around the time of the crash and witnessed what happened, or has any dashcam footage which could assist, to please get in touch with officers.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 4040 of 17 August, 2025.