Man named following fatal road crash on Bellsdyke Road, Larbert

67-year-old white male with grey hair. Wearing black grey and white jacket

A 67-year-old man who died following a fatal crash in Larbert has been named as James Cochrane.

The crash which involved a van and a motorcycle and happened around 11.50am on Thursday, 7 November, 2024 on Bellsdyke Road, at the junction with Kincardine Road.

Emergency services attended but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

His family has issued the following statement:

“Jimmy was my rock, my best friend and my soul mate. Rest in peace my darling until we meet again, your loving wife Jackylyn and daughters Kelly and Stephanie. We love and miss you dad.”

Constable Ben Alexander of the Road Policing Unit said: “My thoughts remain with the family and friends of James at this difficult time.

“Our investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 1269 of 7 November, 2024.”

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Man named following fatal road crash on Bellsdyke Road, Larbert

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