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84-Year-Old Dies 6 Days After Mobility Scooter Crash in Airdrie
8 Aug
Summary
- 84-year-old man died 6 days after collision involving car
- Crash happened on Gartlea Road in Airdrie, Scotland
- Police appeal for witnesses and dash-cam footage

On August 1st, 2025, a tragic accident occurred in Airdrie, Scotland, when an 84-year-old man using a mobility scooter was involved in a collision with a car. The crash happened around 4:50 pm on Gartlea Road.
The elderly man was immediately taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, where he fought for his life. Sadly, he succumbed to his injuries in the early hours of August 7th, 2025, six days after the incident.
Police Sergeant Ross Allison expressed his condolences to the man's family and friends, stating that the investigation is ongoing to determine the full circumstances of the crash. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information or dash-cam footage that could assist in their inquiry.
The silver Vauxhall Mokka involved in the collision is a key focus of the investigation, as police work to piece together the events leading up to the tragic accident. This heartbreaking incident has left the community of Airdrie in mourning, and officials are determined to uncover the truth and provide closure for the victim's loved ones.