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Daily Record
12-06-2025
- Daily Record
First picture of teen girl killed in horror Scots crash as police watchdog called in
Ellie Douglas was pronounced dead at the scene after the crash in Bathgate. A Scots teen who died in a horror crash with an HGV lorry has been named locally. Ellie Douglas, 17, was pronounced dead at the scene after a Volkswagen Polo she was travelling in collided with a lorry at Boghead Roundabout in Bathgate on Monday, June 9, at around 11:50pm. The 20-year-old male driver of the vehicle and an 18-year-old female passenger were rushed to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh with serious injuries. A GoFundMe created to help the family with the costs of arranging a funeral described the teen as a 'beautiful soul.' It said: " Ellie was a beautiful soul who lit up every room with her humour and warmth. She was a wee gem at our quiz nights and always brought joy to those around her. "She had just completed her Level 5 in hairdressing and was full of excitement to begin her career." Tia Thomson said: "You were loved by everyone. Fly high, my girl, thinking of you always." Fiona Gibney commented: "RIP, beautiful, keep shining bright." Lee Duncan said: "Fly high with the angels. It's heartbreaking news that we have all had to deal with. RIP Ellie." Warren Scott added: "RIP Ellie, you were taken far too soon. You will be missed so much." Inspector Ben Legge, of the Road Policing Unit, said: 'Enquiries are continuing to understand the full circumstances of what happened. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the young girl who died. 'I would ask anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or who may have dash-cam footage, and has not yet spoken to or provided this information to officers, to contact us as soon as possible. 'The road re-opened around 4pm on Tuesday, 10 June. I would like to thank members of the public for their patience while we carried our investigation at the scene. "Anyone with information should call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3775 of Monday, 9 June, 2025."
Scotsman
12-06-2025
- Scotsman
Teenager killed in crash between car and lorry at roundabout
Two other young people were taken to hospital with serious injuries Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A 17-year-old girl was pronounced dead at the scene after a crash between a car and a lorry at a roundabout. Emergency services - including five ambulances and a critical care paramedic - rushed to Boghead Roundabout near Bathgate around 11.50pm on Monday. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The girl who died was a passenger in the car, a Volkswagen Polo. Her next of kin have been informed and formal identification has taken place. A 20-year-old man, who was driving the car, and an 18-year-old woman were taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh with serious injuries. The lorry driver was uninjured. Inspector Ben Legge, of Police Scotland's Road Policing Unit, said: 'Inquiries are continuing to understand the full circumstances of what happened. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the young girl who died. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'I would ask anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or who may have dash-cam footage, and has not yet spoken to or provided this information to officers, to contact us as soon as possible. 'The road re-opened around 4pm on Tuesday, 10 June. I would like to thank members of the public for their patience while we carried our investigation at the scene.'
The National
12-06-2025
- The National
Teenager dies following crash involving car and lorry in West Lothian
A 17-year-old girl, who was a passenger in the Volkswagen Polo, was pronounced dead at the scene. The 20-year-old male driver of the car and an 18-year-old female passenger were taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh with serious injuries. READ MORE: I walked from Scotland to Germany for the Euros – now it's time for a new challenge Police said the 17-year-old female's next of kin have been informed and formal identification has taken place. The circumstances surrounding the incident have been referred to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner. Inspector Ben Legge, of the Road Policing Unit, said: 'Enquiries are continuing to understand the full circumstances of what happened. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the young girl who died.
The Herald Scotland
12-06-2025
- The Herald Scotland
Teenage girl dies in crash with HGV near Bathgate
The 20-year-old male driver of the Volkswagen Polo and an 18-year-old female passenger were taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh with serious injuries. The 17-year-old female's next of kin have been informed and formal identification has taken place. The circumstances surrounding the incident have been referred to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner. READ MORE: Inspector Ben Legge, of the Road Policing Unit, said: 'Enquiries are continuing to understand the full circumstances of what happened. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the young girl who died.
STV News
12-06-2025
- STV News
Teen passenger, 17, dies following crash involving car and lorry
A teenager has died following a collision between a lorry and a car in West Lothian. Emergency services were called to Boghead Roundabout in Bathgate after a crash between a Volkswagen Polo and HGV around 11.50pm on Monday. A 17-year-old girl, who was a passenger in the car, was pronounced dead at the scene. The 20-year-old male driver and an 18-year-old female passenger were taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh with serious injuries. The 17-year-old female's next of kin have been informed and formal identification has taken place. The circumstances surrounding the incident have been referred to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner. Inspector Ben Legge, of the Road Policing Unit, said: 'Enquiries are continuing to understand the full circumstances of what happened. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the young girl who died. 'I would ask anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or who may have dash-cam footage, and has not yet spoken to or provided this information to officers, to contact us as soon as possible. 'The road re-opened around 4pm on Tuesday, June 10. I would like to thank members of the public for their patience while we carried our investigation at the scene.' Anyone with information is urged to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3775 of Monday, June 9, 2025. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
