Driver charged after elderly man and dog knocked down and killed

An 88-year-old man died in hospital after being struck by a car in December last year.

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A man has been charged almost a year after a man was knocked down and killed while walking his down in Loanhead.

The 88-year-old man was struck by a Honda Civic car while walking on Nivensknowe Road on December 19, 2023.

He was taken to hospital where he died as a result of his injuries on December 23.

The man’s dog also passed away.

A 51-year-old driver of the car has now been charged in connection with a road traffic offence.

A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

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