A 36-year-old man died following a collision between a van and a lorry on the A947 in Aberdeenshire on Thursday afternoon. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended the scene near Fyvie at approximately 13:30. The driver of the white Vauxhall van was pronounced dead at the location.
The 33-year-old operator of a blue Volvo skip loader lorry sustained injuries and was transported to hospital for medical care. The road remained closed for several hours while collision investigators conducted their examination of the scene.
What are police asking for?
Police Scotland is appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward. This includes motorists who may have dashcam footage of the collision or the circumstances leading up to it. Such evidence can be crucial in understanding how the crash occurred and may assist the ongoing investigation.
What did police say?
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died, and we continue to offer support to them.This statement from Police Scotland reflects the force's commitment to supporting those affected by the tragedy.
Key Facts
- The collision occurred on Thursday at approximately 13:30 on the A947 north of Fyvie
- A 36-year-old van driver died at the scene; the 33-year-old lorry driver was hospitalised
- Emergency services including an air ambulance responded to the incident
- The road was closed for several hours for collision investigation work
- Police are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage from the public
