Google MapsA man has been left fighting for his life after being struck by a van on the A72 in the Scottish Borders.
Emergency services were called to the scene near Wester Happrew, Lyne, at around 3.15pm on Tuesday.
The incident involved a white Ford Transit van and a pedestrian.
The pedestrian, a 38-year-old man, was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh where his condition is described as critical.
No one else was injured in the crash and the road was re-opened at 9.20pm.
Police Scotland is urging anyone with information regarding the crash to come forward.
Constable John Money said: “Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and we are keen to speak to anyone in the area, including before the crash, to get in touch.
“In particular, if you have dash-cam that could assist with our investigation then please make contact with officers.
“Anyone who can help is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1955 of Tuesday, February 4, 2025.”
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