AN ELDERLY man who died following a serious road crash near Dollar has now been named.

Emergency services raced to the crash on the A977 near Blairingone, which involved a car and a lorry, on Thursday, September 19.

The 85-year-old driver of the car was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, where he passed away on Monday, September 23.

He has now been named as James Hynd from Dollar. His family have requested their privacy be respected.

Road Policing Inspector Andrew Thomson said: “Our thoughts are with James’ family and friends at this very difficult time.

“Officers will continue to offer support throughout our investigation.

“I’d like to thank everyone who has come forward with information so far.

“If anyone has information and has not already spoken to police, I’d urge them to get in touch.

“I’m particularly keen to hear from anyone with dashcam footage which may assist our enquiries.”

Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the crash and officers continue to appeal for information.

The driver of the lorry was not injured.

Anyone who can assist is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2752 of Thursday, September 19.