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Press and Journal
14 hours ago
- Press and Journal
Two people in 'critical condition' in hospital after A82 car and bus crash near Glencoe
Two people are in a critical condition in hospital following a collision involving a car and a bus on the A82 near Glencoe. Police, firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the two-vehicle crash on the Fort William to Glasgow route on Thursday morning. Three fire appliances were tasked to the incident, involving a Seat Leon and a bus, after the alarm was raised shortly before 11.30am. An air ambulance, two ambulances and a paramedic response unit also responded. Firefighters extracted one person from the car before handing them over to paramedics. Both the driver and the passenger were transferred to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, where they remain in a critical condition There were no reports of any other injuries. Police closed the A82 in both directions at Ballachulish while a full investigation was carried out. Drivers faced a 90-mile diversion via the A85 and A828. The road reopened at around 7.15pm. In a statement, a fir spokesperson said: 'We were alerted at 11.26am on Thursday, 3 July, to reports of a road traffic collision involving a car and a bus on the A82 near Glencoe. 'Operations Control mobilised three fire appliances and a heavy rescue unit to the scene. 'Firefighters extracted one casualty from the car and handed them into the care of the Scottish Ambulance Service. Several other casualties were assessed at the scene. 'Crews have now left the area after ensuring it was safe.' An investigation has now been launched into the crash. Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward to assist with their inquiries. Motorists are also being encouraged to check their dash-cam footage. Sergeant Ewan Calder said: 'I am appealing to anyone who was travelling on the A82 around 11.15am yesterday and saw what happened to contact us. 'Likewise, if you saw either vehicle prior to the collision and have information which may assist our investigation, please get in touch. 'I'd also ask drivers with dash-cam footage to review this and bring anything of significance to our attention.' Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference number 1206 of July 3.
Scotsman
18 hours ago
- Automotive
- Scotsman
Glencoe crash: Police appeal as two people 'in critical condition' after bus and car A82 crash
Officers are appealing for information. | Police Scotland The road was closed with a 90-mile diversion for almost eight hours. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Two people are in 'critical condition' following a car and bus crash on the A82 near Glencoe. Emergency services were called to the scene between Glencoe and Ballachulish at around 11.15am on Thursday. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The driver and the passenger of the Seat Leon car were transported to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. They remain in a critical condition. There were no reports of any other injuries. Officers are appealing for information. | Neil Cross The road was then closed at around 11.37am to allow for investigations and re-opened at around 7.15pm. Sergeant Ewan Calder said: 'I am appealing to anyone who was travelling on the A82 around 11.15am yesterday and saw what happened to contact us. 'Likewise, if you saw either vehicle prior to the collision and have information which may assist our investigation, please get in touch. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'I'd also ask drivers with dash-cam footage to review this and bring anything of significance to our attention.'
The Herald Scotland
18 hours ago
- The Herald Scotland
Two in critical condition following crash which closed A82
The driver and the passenger of the Seat Leon were taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow where they remain in a critical condition. There were no other injuries. Read More: Sergeant Ewan Calder said: 'I am appealing to anyone who was travelling on the A82 around 11.15am yesterday and saw what happened to contact us. Likewise, if you saw either vehicle prior to the collision and have information which may assist our investigation, please get in touch. 'I'd also ask drivers with dash-cam footage to review this and bring anything of significance to our attention.' Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference number 1206 of 3 July, 2025.
STV News
19 hours ago
- STV News
Two people fighting for life after crash involving car and bus
Two people have been left fighting for their lives after a crash involving a car and bus in the Highlands. Emergency services were called to the crash involving a Seat Leon and a bus on the A82 near Glencoe at around 11.15am on Thursday. The driver and the passenger of the Seat Leon were taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, where they remain in a critical condition. Officers said there were no reports of any other injuries. The road was closed to allow for investigations and reopened around 7.15pm. Police Scotland is urging anyone with information regarding the crash to come forward. Sergeant Ewan Calder said: 'I am appealing to anyone who was travelling on the A82 around 11.15am yesterday and saw what happened to contact us. Likewise, if you saw either vehicle prior to the collision and have information which may assist our investigation, please get in touch. 'I'd also ask drivers with dash-cam footage to review this and bring anything of significance to our attention. 'Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference number 1206 of July 3, 2025.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
STV News
28-05-2025
- STV News
Pedestrian, 58, taken to hospital after being struck by car
A pedestrian has been taken to hospital after being struck by car on the A82. Emergency services were called to the scene of the crash near Inverlochy Castle, Torlundy, at around 12.15pm on Tuesday. The pedestrian, a 58-year-old woman, was taken to hospital for treatment to serious injuries. The 20-year-old female driver of the car, a purple Peugeot 107, was uninjured. Officers closed the road for six hours to investigate the scene. Police Scotland is urging anyone with information to come forward. Sergeant Ewan Calder said: 'Our enquiries into the full circumstances of this crash are ongoing and I am asking anyone who may have witnessed what happened to get in touch. 'Similarly, any drivers with dash-cam footage may have captured the incident should contact us. 'Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident 1240 of May, 27.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
