Fatal crash investigation

POLICE Scotland has confirmed the death of a man in his 50s following a road crash near Turriff this morning.

A collison took place on the A947 at Plaidy around 7.45am.

The collision involved a black Victory motorcylce and a grey Audi A1. The road will be closed for some time to allow for a collision investigation.

Road Policing Inspector Ewan Innes said: "Both vehicles were travelling south on the A947 and we are appealing for anyone who may have seen the vehicles prior to the collision to speak to us.

"Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who has died and a full collision investigation will be carried out to establish the circumstances."

Anyone with information who hasn’t already spoken to police is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101.

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