Woman who died in A737 crash near Howwood named

A 59-year-old woman who died following a crash on the A737 near Howwood can be named as Lesley McTear from the Dreghorn area.

Around 3.10am on Monday, 23 September 2024, officers were called to the crash involving a Mercedes A-class car and a MAN box van. A number of calls around that time also reported six horses running loose on the A737.

Police and Ambulance attended and the 59-year-old woman, a passenger in the Mercedes was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Her family has paid the following tribute to her: “Lesley was a loving wife, mother, grandma and daughter in law. As a family, we are deeply saddened by the events that have caused such a void in our family.

“Lesley was the glue that kept us all together and anyone who was lucky enough to know Lesley was showered by her unconditional love.”

Sergeant Jack Swindells said: “Our thoughts are with the family of the woman who has died and everyone involved.

“Our enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances and anyone who can assist with our investigation who has not already spoken to officers is asked to get in touch.”

If you can help please call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0291 of 23 September 2024.