iStockA Vespa driver who died following a crash in the Highlands has been named.
Ian Calder died after his scooter was involved in a collision with a white Ford Transit van towing a trailer on the A836 between Thurso and Forss on Wednesday morning.
The 69-year-old from Thurso was pronounced dead at the scene.
Sergeant Ewan Calder, of the Highland and Islands Road Policing Unit, said: “Our thoughts are with Mr Calder’s family and friends at this difficult time.
“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and I would urge anyone who may have information who hasn’t yet spoken to police to come forward.
“We also remain keen to speak to anyone who was driving on the A836 on Wednesday and may have dashcam footage.
“If you can help then please call 101, quoting incident 0778 of October 6.”
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