Police name woman tragically killed in two-car Dumfries and Galloway crash
Police have named a woman killed in a crash in Dumfries and Galloway.
Mary Reeves of Kirkcudbright lost her life following the accident on the A75 between Castle Douglas and Bridge of Dee on the evening of Saturday, May 3.
The 67-year-old had been driving a grey Ford Ka when it was involved in a collision with a white Seat Ibiza.
The Seat was being driven by a 19-year-old man and both he and his 16-year-old passenger were taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Sergeant Lloyd Caven said: 'Our thoughts are with the family of the woman who died. Our enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.
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'I am appealing for anyone who saw the crash who hasn't already spoken to officers to get in touch.
'I would also ask anyone who was in the area at the time and may have dash-cam footage which could assist to contact us.'
Inquiries into the crash are ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 3651 of May 3, 2025.
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