Woman, 66, struck by Range Rover in Ayrshire dies in hospital

Jaqueline Young, 66, was hit by a white Range Rover Evoque on Muirkirk Road, Cumnock, at 8.05am on Friday.

Police Scotland said Ms Young, who was from the town, died in hospital.

Sergeant Brian Simpson said: “Our thoughts are with Jaqueline’s family and friends at this tragic time.

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“We are carrying out extensive inquiries to establish the full circumstances and we continue to appeal to anyone who witnessed the crash, or has dashcam footage from the area, to please come forward.

“We know that motorists drove through the scene immediately after the crash.

“We are particularly keen to speak with the drivers of a dark-coloured saloon vehicle and a teal-coloured pick-up truck with a cab on the back.

“These drivers may have information which could assist with our investigation.”

Witnesses are asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0549 of October 2.