Man dies after crashing into tree in Lanarkshire
The tragedy happened on Millwell Road in Chapelton on Friday night
A man has died after crashing into a tree in Lanarkshire last night.
Emergency services raced to the A726 near Millwell Road in Chapelton after the alarm was raised at around 5.40pm. A Ford Puma being driven by a 44-year-old man appeared to lose control before striking a tree on the road.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Sergeant John Houston from Lanarkshire Road Policing said: “Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends at this difficult time.
“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances. I would urge anyone who witnessed the crash who has not yet spoken to police to please get in touch.
“We are also keen to speak to anyone who has dashcam footage from the area.
“Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting reference number 2650 of 15 March.”