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Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Scottish Sun
Traffic chaos as major Scots road locked down by police following smash
Emergency services remain on the scene as traffic is diverted CRASH HORROR Traffic chaos as major Scots road locked down by police following smash A MAJOR road has been locked down by police following a horror crash. Scotland's A75 is closed in both directions at Creetown, Dumfries and Galloway. 2 The A75 has been shut off by police following a road traffic collision Credit: Supplied The stretch of road runs from Gretna, near the English border, to Stranraer and services ferry ports at Cairnryan. Motorists have been warned to make alternative plans and allow extra travelling time. Mercy crews remain at the scene and several diversions are still in place. Traffic Scotland said: "The A75 remains closed in both directions at Creetown due to a collision. "Emergency services remain at the scene." Full details of the diversions are available online. Police Scotland was asked for comment. Elsewhere, a man has been arrested following the death of a motorcyclist in a horror three-vehicle crash. The fatal road smash happened on the A85 at Glenogle, near Crianlarich, Stirling, on May 5. Emergency crews rushed to the scene after the alarm was raised around 5.30pm. Man, 39, dies in hospital after 'major incident' in Scots town as cops lock down street & arrest suspect The crash involved a Triumph Tiger motorbike, a Toyota Yaris and a Suzuki GSXR motorcycle. Scott Campbell, the rider of the Suzuki, was airlifted to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee for emergency treatment. But tragically, the 50-year-old could not be saved and he later passed away after being in a critical condition. Officers have since arrested and charged a 56-year-old man who was allegedly riding the Triumph motorcycle.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Man, 56, charged in connection with horror crash on Scots road where biker, 50, died
FATAL SMASH Man, 56, charged in connection with horror crash on Scots road where biker, 50, died Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAN has been arrested following the death of a motorcyclist in a horror three-vehicle crash. The fatal road smash happened on the A85 at Glenogle, near Crianlarich, Stirling, on May 5. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 A man has been charged after the death of a motorcyclist on the A85 Credit: Google Maps Emergency crews rushed to the scene after the alarm was raised around 5.30pm. The crash involved a Triumph Tiger motorbike, a Toyota Yaris and a Suzuki GSXR motorcycle. Scott Campbell, the rider of the Suzuki, was airlifted to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee for emergency treatment. But tragically, the 50-year-old could not be saved and he later passed away after being in a critical condition. Officers have since arrested and charged a 56-year-old man who was allegedly riding the Triumph motorcycle. He is expected to appear at Stirling Sheriff Court at a later date. A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: " A 56-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal crash near Crianlarich. "A 50-year-old male motorcyclist died following the crash on the A85 on Sunday, 5 May, 2024, involving a Triumph Tiger, a Toyota Yaris and a Suzuki GSXR. "The 56-year-old rider of the Triumph Tiger has been arrested and charged in connection with a road traffic offence. Detectives search for gun used to murder Scots gangster almost 100 miles away "He is due to appear at Stirling Sheriff Court at a later date. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal." After his death, Scott's heartbroken family said in a statement: 'Our son Scott Campbell tragically lost his life on Sunday 5th May 2024. "He will be sorely missed by all his family and everyone who knew him. Fly high our boy.'
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Daily Record
Man charged following fatal three-vehicle crash that killed biker
A 56-year-old man has been arrested and charged following the death of a 50-year-old motorcyclist. A man has been charged one year on in connection with a fatal three-vehicle crash which killed a biker. On Sunday May 5, 2024, emergency crews raced to the A85 at Glenogle near Crianlarich after receiving reports of a three-vehicle crash involving two motorbikes - a Triumph Tiger and a Suzuki GSXR - and a Toyota Yaris. The 50-year-old male Suzuki motorcyclist died following the crash. A 56-year-old man, who was riding the Triumph Tiger, has been arrested and charged in connection with a road traffic offence. He is due to appear at Stirling Sheriff Court at a later date. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. It was reported at the time, that the rider of the Triumph Tiger was airlifted to Ninewells Hospital where his condition was described as 'critical'. The male driver and female passenger in the Toyota did not require medical treatment. The road was closed for ten hours as crash investigations took place. It fully reopened after 3.40am on Monday May 5. Road Policing Sergeant Scott Kirkpatrick offered his condolences to the family of the deceased last year. He said: 'Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died at this very difficult time. 'As our enquiries continue, I'd appeal to anyone with information to come forward. I'd be particularly keen to speak to anyone who saw what happened or has dashcam footage of the area around the time.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
STV News
2 days ago
- STV News
Man charged in connection with fatal three-vehicle crash
A man has been charged in connection with a fatal crash involving two motorcycles and a car on the A85, which resulted in the death of a motorcyclist. Emergency services were called to the scene of the collision at Glenogle near Crianlarich at around 5.30pm on May 5, 2024, involving a Triumph Tiger, a Suzuki GSXR and a Toyota Yaris car. Scott Campbell, 50, rider of the Suzuki, was pronounced dead at the scene. The 54-year-old male rider of the Triumph was airlifted to Ninewells Hospital where his condition was described as 'critical'. The now 56-year-old has been charged in connection with a road traffic offence. He is due to appear at Stirling Sheriff Court at a later date. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. Scott's family released a statement through Police Scotland following the incident. They said: 'Our son Scott Campbell tragically lost his life on Sunday 5th May 2024; he will be sorely missed by all his family and everyone who knew him. 'Fly high our boy.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
BBC News
29-01-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
Police record 150 Norfolk drivers exceeding 100mph in 2023
A police force has warned drivers not to speed on any road after figures revealed 150 people were caught exceeding 100mph in Norfolk over the course of a BBC sent Freedom of Information requests to territorial police forces across the UK regarding drivers travelling at extreme speeds. In 2023, the fastest vehicle caught by police on Norfolk's roads was a Suzuki GSXR found to be travelling at 152mph on the A47 at Terrington St John. Department for Transport (DfT) data covering Great Britain showed 314 people died in crashes that year where a driver exceeding the speed limit was a contributory factor. The DfT said speeding drivers had "no excuse" for risking the lives of others. In 2022, 156 drivers were caught in Norfolk travelling at more than 100mph - down from 162 drivers in 2021. PC Daniel Brock, from Norfolk Police, said the priority for him as a neighbourhood officer in King's Lynn was dealing with cars travelling too fast in 20 or 30mph zones. "In King's Lynn we definitely don't get too many people doing over 100," he said. "We do have the A47 and the A10 but it's 30mph roads that are the majority."And then people don't seem to realise when it drops to a 20mph. A collision at that speed can cause just as many injuries as one at high speeds." PC Brock said the force regularly carries out speed checks across the said drivers should not use apps to share details of where the traffic patrols are, or flash their lights to warn fellow motorists. "We know people flash their lights but what they don't realise is that is a criminal offence," he said. "We're not here to catch people, to say I want to take your money from you. "There is no quota and the money doesn't come to us, it goes into the road safety department. "For us it's about making sure that people are safe and that no one is getting injured and we are preventing injuries on the road."A DfT spokesperson said: "The safety of our roads is an absolute priority for this government, and there's no excuse for those who risk the lives of others through speeding. "We continue to assess how motorists can benefit from the latest technology, ensuring journeys are safe, reliable, and cut emissions." Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
