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The Independent
27-04-2025
- The Independent
Tributes to ‘much-loved' ex-RAF pilot killed in road crash
The family of a former RAF pilot who died following a crash involving a car and a lorry have paid tribute to a 'much-loved' man. The collision happened on the A96 Aberdeen to Elgin road, near Huntly, Aberdeenshire at around 11am on Wednesday April 23. Police said Keith Looseley, 78, who was driving the car, was pronounced dead at the scene. His family paid tribute to him in a statement issued through police, and also thanked emergency services and members of the pubic who helped at the scene. They said: 'Keith was a former RAF pilot who had lived in Gartly for over 25 years. 'He was an active and valued member of the local community who volunteered with Gordon Rural Action and Morayvia aviation museum. 'Keith was a devoted and much-loved father, grandfather, brother and son and his loss is felt deeply by all who knew him. 'We would like to thank the members of the public who provided assistance in the immediate aftermath of the collision and the police officers and paramedics for all of their efforts at the scene.' Mr Looseley was from the Aberdeenshire area. The road was closed for around seven and a half hours for investigations following the crash, which involved a black Skoda Kamiq and a white Iveco lorry. There were no other reported injuries. Police are appealing for information. Sergeant Pete Henderson said: 'Our thoughts are very much with Keith's family and friends at this difficult time. ' Inquiries to establish the full circumstances of the crash are ongoing and we would ask anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has dash-cam footage from the area, to please get in touch.' Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1138 of April 23 2025.
Scottish Sun
27-04-2025
- Scottish Sun
Scots RAF pilot killed in horror crash with truck as tributes pour in
FAMILY'S GRIEF Scots RAF pilot killed in horror crash with truck as tributes pour in Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A FORMER RAF pilot was tragically killed after a horror crash with a truck. Keith Looseley, 78, lost his life on Wednesday after his Skoda was involved in a smash on the A96 Aberdeen to Elgin road, near Huntly. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up Emergency services raced to the scene and frantically battled to save the pensioner's life. However the ex-airman, from the Aberdeenshire area, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. His devastated family have paid a touching tribute to the "much-loved" grandfather. A statement reads: "Keith was a former RAF pilot who had lived in Gartly for over 25 years. "He was an active and valued member of the local community who volunteered with Gordon Rural Action and Morayvia aviation museum. "Keith was a devoted and much-loved father, grandfather, brother and son. "His loss is felt deeply by all who knew him. "We would like to thank the members of the public who provided assistance in the immediate aftermath of the collision and the police officers and paramedics for all of their efforts at the scene." Police Scotland's Sergeant Pete Henderson said an investigation is in progress. He commented: "Our thoughts are very much with Keith's family and friends at this difficult time. Man found dead on Scots street as police launch investigation and tape off area 'Enquiries to establish the full circumstances of the crash are ongoing. "We would ask anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has dash-cam footage from the area, to please get in touch.' The road was closed for over seven hours as cops launched a probe. Anyone with information is being urged to contact Police Scotland on the non-emergency 101 number.
Western Telegraph
27-04-2025
- Western Telegraph
Tributes to ‘much-loved' ex-RAF pilot killed in road crash
The collision happened on the A96 Aberdeen to Elgin road, near Huntly, Aberdeenshire at around 11am on Wednesday April 23. Police said Keith Looseley, 78, who was driving the car, was pronounced dead at the scene. Keith was a devoted and much-loved father, grandfather, brother and son and his loss is felt deeply by all who knew him Family of Keith Looseley His family paid tribute to him in a statement issued through police, and also thanked emergency services and members of the pubic who helped at the scene. They said: 'Keith was a former RAF pilot who had lived in Gartly for over 25 years. 'He was an active and valued member of the local community who volunteered with Gordon Rural Action and Morayvia aviation museum. 'Keith was a devoted and much-loved father, grandfather, brother and son and his loss is felt deeply by all who knew him. 'We would like to thank the members of the public who provided assistance in the immediate aftermath of the collision and the police officers and paramedics for all of their efforts at the scene.' Mr Looseley was from the Aberdeenshire area. The road was closed for around seven and a half hours for investigations following the crash, which involved a black Skoda Kamiq and a white Iveco lorry. There were no other reported injuries. Police are appealing for information. Sergeant Pete Henderson said: 'Our thoughts are very much with Keith's family and friends at this difficult time. 'Inquiries to establish the full circumstances of the crash are ongoing and we would ask anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has dash-cam footage from the area, to please get in touch.' Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1138 of April 23 2025.
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Yahoo
Tribute to 'devoted' grandfather who died in crash
A family has paid tribute to a "devoted and much-loved father, grandfather, brother and son" after he died in a crash in Aberdeenshire. Police were called to a crash between a car and a lorry near Huntly on the A96 Aberdeen to Elgin road at about 11:00 on Wednesday. Keith Looseley, 78, was pronounced dead at the scene. He was driving a black Skoda Kamiq which had collided with a white Iveco truck. The road was closed for over seven hours while police investigated the scene. Mr Looseley's family said he was a former RAF pilot who had lived in Gartly, Aberdeenshire, for over 25 years. In a statement, they said: "He was an active and valued member of the local community who volunteered with Gordon Rural Action and Morayvia aviation museum. "Keith was a devoted and much-loved father, grandfather, brother and son and his loss is felt deeply by all who knew him. "We would like to thank the members of the public who provided assistance in the immediate aftermath of the collision and the police officers and paramedics for all of their efforts at the scene." Sgt Pete Henderson said: "Our thoughts are very much with Keith's family and friends at this difficult time." Police are investigating the full circumstances of the crash and anyone with information is urged to contact them. Car driver dies after A96 crash with lorry
STV News
27-04-2025
- Automotive
- STV News
Tributes to ‘much-loved' ex-RAF pilot killed in road crash
The family of a former RAF pilot who died following a crash involving a car and a lorry have paid tribute to a 'much-loved' man. The collision happened on the A96 Aberdeen to Elgin road, near Huntly, Aberdeenshire at around 11am on Wednesday April 23. Police said Keith Looseley, 78, who was driving the car, was pronounced dead at the scene. His family paid tribute to him in a statement issued through police, and also thanked emergency services and members of the pubic who helped at the scene. They said: 'Keith was a former RAF pilot who had lived in Gartly for over 25 years. 'He was an active and valued member of the local community who volunteered with Gordon Rural Action and Morayvia aviation museum. 'Keith was a devoted and much-loved father, grandfather, brother and son and his loss is felt deeply by all who knew him. 'We would like to thank the members of the public who provided assistance in the immediate aftermath of the collision and the police officers and paramedics for all of their efforts at the scene.' Mr Looseley was from the Aberdeenshire area. The road was closed for around seven and a half hours for investigations following the crash, which involved a black Skoda Kamiq and a white Iveco lorry. There were no other reported injuries. Police are appealing for information. Sergeant Pete Henderson said: 'Our thoughts are very much with Keith's family and friends at this difficult time. 'Inquiries to establish the full circumstances of the crash are ongoing and we would ask anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has dash-cam footage from the area, to please get in touch.' Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1138 of April 23 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
