Woman dies in Highland accident

A WOMAN has died following an accident in the Highland capital, police have confirmed.

The elderly woman died following a road traffic collision on Ross Avenue at its junction with Fairfield Road, Inverness.

The collision, which also involved a lorry, happened around 9.50am. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officers from Northern Constabulary’s road policing unit are carrying out a full collision investigation.

Details of the deceased are not being released until next of kin have been informed.

Anyone who witnessed the collision is asked to contact Northern Constabulary on 0845 600 5703 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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