Man arrested after three die in crash on A828 in Argyll
The crash involved a Honda Civic and HGV on the road between Oban and Fort William on Friday
A man has been arrested after three men died in a crash on the A828 in Argyll on Friday afternoon.
The incident involved a silver Honda Civic and a black HGV on the Oban to Fort William road, near Castle Stalker around 2.30pm.
Three occupants of the Honda died at the scene, while a fourth was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital with serious injuries.
Police have confirmed a 47-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a road traffic offence.
He has been released pending further enquiries.
The road was closed until 2.25am the next morning.
Officers are now appealing for information.
Sergeant Kevin Craig said:
"At this time, our thoughts are with the families and friends of the deceased men.
"I would also like to thank the public for their patience and understanding as officers attended the scene and carried out their enquiries.
"We are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding this crash and would ask anyone with information, or who witnessed anything, to contact officers via 101 quoting incident 1976 of Friday, 19 August, 2022."