Police Scotland appeal following fatal crash on A75 near Castle Douglas
Police Scotland is appealing for information from the public after a woman died following a crash on the A75.
Officers received reports of a collision involving a grey Ford Ka and a white Seat Ibiza car, between Castle Douglas and Bridge of Dee, just after 8.50pm on 3 May 2025.
A 67-year-old woman, driving the Ka, died after being taken to Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary.
A 19-year-old, driving the Seat Ibiza, and a 16-year-old passenger are in hospital with serious injuries.
The road reopened following an investigation of the scene just after 10am on 4 May 2025.
Sergeant Lloyd Caven said: 'Our thoughts are with the family of the woman who died. Our enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.'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.'
The police are urging anyone with information to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting the incident number 3651 of Saturday, 3 May 2025.
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