Woman, 57, dies after being hit by car in Coatbridge
A tragic incident occurred in Coatbridge where a 57-year-old woman lost her life after being struck by a car on Saturday. The pedestrian was immediately taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital but sadly succumbed to her injuries. The fatal crash took place at approximately 5.20pm on November 9, prompting road policing officers to request any relevant dash-cam footage from witnesses.
The collision involved a black Vauxhall Corsa and the pedestrian on Brambling Road, leading to a temporary closure of the road for approximately seven hours while investigations were conducted. Fortunately, the driver of the car did not sustain any injuries in the accident. Sergeant Gemma Blackadder expressed condolences, stating, “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who died at this very difficult time.”
Authorities are actively seeking information from the public that could shed light on the circumstances of the tragic event. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dash-cam or ring doorbell footage is urged to come forward and assist the investigation. Police Scotland can be contacted at 101, quoting incident number 2647 of 9 November.
As the community mourns the loss of the woman, efforts are underway to piece together the events leading up to the fatal collision and provide closure to the grieving family and friends.
In summary, a 57-year-old woman has tragically passed away after being hit by a car in Coatbridge. The authorities are seeking information and dash-cam footage to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident and bring clarity to this heartbreaking event. Let us all keep the victim’s loved ones in our thoughts during this challenging time.