A tragic incident occurred in Aviemore as a woman lost her life after being hit by a car on a slip road off the A9. The 41-year-old pedestrian was confirmed dead at the scene by police. The collision took place at approximately 9.45 pm on Friday night, October 11, on the B9152, A9 slip road at Granish Junction in Aviemore. Fortunately, the driver of the car involved in the accident did not sustain any injuries. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances that led to the crash.
The road where the incident occurred was closed but was reopened to traffic at 8 am the following morning. A spokesperson from Police Scotland provided a statement regarding the tragic event, stating, “Around 9.45 pm last night, police responded to a road crash involving a car and a pedestrian on the B9152, A9 slip road, Granish Junction, Aviemore.” Emergency services were swiftly on the scene, although sadly, the pedestrian succumbed to her injuries. The driver of the vehicle was unharmed.
The community and authorities are deeply saddened by this loss of life and are working diligently to establish the factors contributing to the accident. Messages of support and condolences have been pouring in for the family and loved ones of the deceased. The investigation into the incident remains ongoing as efforts are focused on determining the root cause of this tragic collision.
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