Motorist dies after two-vehicle collision

A 41-year-old motorist has died following a two-vehicle collision in Harray.

According to police, the accident occurred around 4.20pm, this afternoon, Friday, July 6.

The road was closed to all traffic at the accident site and local diversions are in place.

Specialist officers from Northern Constabulary’s Road Policing Unit are attending to carry out a full investigation into the incident and the road will remain closed until these inquiries are complete.

The name of the deceased will be released when next of kin and extended family members have been informed.

Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Kirkwall Police Station on 872241.