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STV News
14-07-2025
- STV News
Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash which closed road for hours
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a crash in the Scottish Borders. The incident, involving a white and blue Suzuki GSXR motorcycle, occurred on the B6399 just south of the access road to Pines Burn windfarm in Hawick on Sunday afternoon. The 57-year-old male rider was taken to hospital with serious injuries. The road was closed for around eight hours while investigations were carried out and reopened around 8pm. Sergeant Michael Shillington said: 'Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of this crash and I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to please contact us. 'In addition, anyone who may have been driving in the area around this time and has relevant dash-cam footage is asked to get in touch.' Anyone with information can contact police via 101 quoting incident number 1492 of July 13, 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
Edinburgh Reporter
30-04-2025
- Edinburgh Reporter
Police name motorcyclist killed following crash in Scottish Borders
The motorcyclist who died following a collision between Lauder and Galashiels on Saturday, 26 April, 2025, has been named as Stuart Brandon Donald from Tranent. The 26-year-old was involved in a crash with a Nissan X-Trail being driven on an unclassified road, known locally as Langshaw Road, around 3.45pm. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car was not injured. The road was closed to allow for investigations to be carried out and reopened around 9.40pm. Road Policing Sergeant Michael Shillington said: 'Our thoughts are with Stuart's family and friends at this very difficult time. We continue to keep them updated while our enquiries continue. 'I'd like to thank everyone who has come forward with information so far and would urge anyone who witnessed the crash, or has dash-cam footage of the area at the time, and has not already spoken to us, to contact police.' Anyone with information is urged to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 2156 of 26 April. Like this: Like Related
STV News
30-04-2025
- STV News
Motorcyclist killed in crash with car named by police
A motorcyclist that was killed in a crash involving a car in the Scottish Borders has been named by police. Stuart Brandon Donald, from Tranent, East Lothian, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash between Lauder and Galashiels on Saturday. The incident happened on an unclassified road, known locally as Langshaw Road, at around 3.45pm. The 26-year-old was riding a Nissan X-Trail at the time of the collision. The driver of the car was not injured. The road was closed to allow for investigations to be carried out and reopened around 9.40pm. Police Scotland is urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward. Road policing sergeant Michael Shillington said: 'Our thoughts are with Stuart's family and friends at this very difficult time. We continue to keep them updated while our enquiries continue. 'I'd like to thank everyone who has come forward with information so far and would urge anyone who witnessed the crash, or has dash-cam footage of the area at the time, and has not already spoken to us, to contact police. 'Anyone with information is urged to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 2156 of April 26.' 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
BBC News
30-04-2025
- BBC News
Police name biker killed in Borders crash with car
A 26-year-old biker who died in a crash in the Scottish Borders on Saturday has been named by were called to an incident between a motorbike and a Nissan X-Trail on an unclassified road between Lauder and Galashiels, known locally as the Langshaw Road, at about 15: Brandon Donald, from Tranent, East Lothian, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car was not injured and the road was shut for about six hours for investigations. Sgt Michael Shillington said: "Our thoughts are with Stuart's family and friends at this very difficult time."He added that inquiries were continuing into the crash and thanked everyone who had come forward with information so have appealed for any other witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to contact them.
Edinburgh Live
30-04-2025
- Edinburgh Live
Tragedy as young East Lothian motorcyclist dies in horror crash on remote road
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A 26-year-old motorcyclist who died in a crash on a remote road has been named as Stuart Donald from East Lothian. The Tranent local was involved in a crash with a Nissan X-Trail on an unclassified road, known locally as Langshaw Road, between Lauder and Galashiels, on Saturday, April 26. The 26-year-old was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car was not injured. The road was closed to allow for investigations to be carried out and reopened around 9.40pm. Road Policing Sergeant Michael Shillington said: 'Our thoughts are with Stuart's family and friends at this very difficult time. We continue to keep them updated while our enquiries continue. 'I'd like to thank everyone who has come forward with information so far and would urge anyone who witnessed the crash, or has dash-cam footage of the area at the time, and has not already spoken to us, to contact police.' Anyone with information is urged to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 2156 of 26 April.
