Police name pedestrian who died after being hit by lorry

A man who died after he was hit by an articulated lorry has been named by police.

Gary Strang, 43, suffered serious injuries when he was struck by the vehicle in Wood Street, Grangemouth, at around 8.40am on Monday.

Mr Strang, from Grangemouth, was taken to Forth Valley Royal Hospital in Larbert where he died a short time later.

Police are appealing for information about the incident.

Sergeant David Marr from the Road Policing Unit in Stirling said: “Our deepest sympathies are with the family of Mr Strang and our officers continue to provide them with all the support they need during this very difficult time.

“As part of our investigation we are keen to hear from members of the public who were on Wood Street at the time and who saw exactly what happened.

“Likewise, motorists with dash-cam footage or anyone with any other relevant information should also contact police immediately.”

Anyone with information can contact the Road Policing Unit in Stirling via 101 quoting incident number 646 of February 25.

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