Police at the scene on the A96. Image: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson
Two people are being treated for serious injuries following a two-car crash on the A96 south of Keith on Saturday afternoon.
The accident occurred near Coachford at around 2.45pm.
The two vehicles involved caught fire following the collision, ending up completely destroyed.
Pictures show the wreckage of both cars damaged by fire following the crash on the A96 south of Keith. Image: DC Thomson.
Police, fire and ambulance were sent to the scene.
Fire crews managed to extinguish the blaze, while both drivers were taken to hospital where their conditions are described as “serious” but not life-threatening.
The busy road was closed for around four hours before it reopened to traffic.
A police spokesperson said: “Around 2.50pm on Saturday, July 6, 2024, police received a report of a two-vehicle crash on the A96, near the junction with the B9115 south of Keith.
“Both drivers were taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary with serious, but not life-threatening injuries. The road was cleared around 6.40pm.”
Two people in hospital with ‘serious’ injuries following crash on A96 near Keith
