Man charged after fatal crash involving van and motorbike

Officers were called to Bellsdyke Road at the junction with Kincardine Road in Larbert around 11.50am on November 7, 2024.

Man charged after fatal crash involving van and motorbike near FalkirkPolice Scotland

A man has been charged following a fatal crash involving a van and motorbike near Falkirk.

Officers were called to Bellsdyke Road at the junction with Kincardine Road in Larbert around 11.50am on November 7, 2024, to reports of a crash involving a motorcycle and a van.

James Cochrane, the rider of the motorcycle, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the van, a 59-year-old man, was uninjured. He has since been charged in connection with the incident  and is due to appear in court at a later date.

Constable Ben Alexander said: “Our thoughts remain with Mr Cochrane’s family as they continue to come to terms with what happened. We’ve been keeping them updated on our investigation.

“I’d like to thank members of the public who came forward with information.”

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