First picture of man, 67, who died almost a month after horror three-vehicle crash on Scots road
Officers said their thoughts are with his family as enquiries continue
ROAD TRAGEDY First picture of man, 67, who died almost a month after horror three-vehicle crash on Scots road
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COPS have named the man who died in hospital almost a month after a horrific three-vehicle crash.
William John Horne, 67, passed away after being involved in a collision on the A982 South Road near Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, on Tuesday, 13 May.
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The incident took place on South Road in Peterhead
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The crash involved a white Volkswagen Transporter, a white Kia Ceed, and a red Seat Alhambra at around 3:30 pm.
Mr Horne was the driver of the Volkswagen.
He was rushed to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary to be treated for his serious injuries, but he tragically passed away in hospital on Sunday, 8 June.
His devastated family paid tribute to the loss of Mr Horne.
Thanking the emergency crews that tried to save him, they said: 'Our family is utterly heartbroken by the tragic loss of William John Horne.
"We want to give our sincere thanks to the first responder, police, paramedics, and all the wonderful staff at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary ICU for their care and attention to William.'
The occupants of the other vehicles received treatment for non-serious injuries.
Police Scotland said enquiries into the tragedy remain ongoing as officers continue to appeal for information.
Constable John Grant, of the North East Road Policing Unit, said: 'Our thoughts are with William's family, who have asked for privacy at this difficult time.
'Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances, and anyone with information who can assist and has not already spoken to officers is asked to get in touch.'
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Anyone who can help is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2279 of Tuesday, 13 May, 2025.
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