Pedestrian airlifted to hospital after being hit by car near park 

The female pedestrian was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital by air ambulance for treatment.

Pedestrian airlifted to hospital after being hit by car near Battery Park in GreenockScottish Ambulance Service

A pedestrian has been airlifted to hospital after being hit by a car in Greenock.

Police confirmed Eldon Street near the Battery Park is closed after a report of a crash involving a pedestrian and a car around 2.20pm on Sunday.

The female pedestrian was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital by air ambulance for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

Drivers were being advised to avoid the area before the road re-opened around 5pm.

A Police Scotland statement read: “Eldon Street in Greenock is closed after a report of a crash involving a pedestrian and a car around 2.20pm on Sunday, April 6, 2025.

“The female pedestrian was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital by air ambulance for treatment.

“Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.”

The Scottish Ambulance Service has been contacted for comment.

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