Fatal road crash on the A726, Chapelton, South Lanarkshire

Road Policing Officers are appealing for information following a fatal road crash in Chapelton, South Lanarkshire on Friday, 15 March, 2024.

Around 5.40pm, a Ford Puma being driven by a 44-year-old man appeared to lose control and struck a tree on the A726 near Millwell Road.

Emergency services attended, however the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Sergeant John Houston from Lanarkshire Road Policing said: “Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends at this difficult time.

“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances. I would urge anyone who witnessed the crash who has not yet spoken to police to please get in touch.

“We are also keen to speak to anyone who has dashcam footage from the area.

“Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting reference number 2650 of 15 March.”

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Fatal road crash on the A726, Chapelton, South Lanarkshire

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