An 86-year-old woman tragically passed away after being hit by a van at a holiday park in Port Seaton, East Lothian. The incident occurred at Seaton Sands Caravan Park on Sunday morning when the woman was on foot in the car park and was struck by a white Vauxhall Combo van at around 10:40 am. Emergency services responded, and the woman was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
The driver of the van, a 45-year-old man, was unhurt in the collision. Sergeant Dominic Doyle expressed condolences, stating, “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who has died.” Authorities are conducting inquiries into the incident and are appealing to residents and holidaymakers who witnessed the events or have any relevant footage, including dashcam footage, to come forward and assist with the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police on 101, quoting incident 1226 of Sunday, September 22.
The tragic accident has left the community in mourning, with the loss of the woman deeply felt by all. The police continue their efforts to understand the circumstances surrounding the collision and are seeking cooperation from witnesses to shed light on what transpired that fateful morning. The repercussions of this incident serve as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and vigilance in shared spaces, especially in recreational areas such as holiday parks where pedestrians and vehicles coexist.