A 27-year-old male has been taken into custody on suspicion of driving violations. He and two other people, ages 33 and 39, ran from the area and were later located.
Two police officers who were on duty were taken to the hospital by paramedics; one of the cops, 48, was reportedly fighting for his life. Medical personnel said that two further men, aged 39 and 43, who were members of the public, were in a critical condition. A 38-year-old police officer and a 33-year-old male were critically injured.
Both the individual who was apprehended in connection with the incident and the 27-year-old himself received minor medical attention.
While investigations are conducted, the eastbound lane has been closed, and a Police Scotland representative stated that enquiries are still ongoing.
Jane Connors, deputy chief constable, stated: “Our thoughts are very much with our two colleagues, one of whom has been critically injured, and the members of the public also critically injured in this incident.”
“The two officers have put themselves in harm’s way carrying out their duties and we are immensely proud of the work they and colleagues do every day to keep communities safe.”
“We will provide them and their families all the support they need at this difficult time.”
us Scotland’s head of road policing, Chief Superintendent Hilary Sloan, stated: “The investigation into this serious road crash is ongoing and I would urge anyone who has not already spoken to police to come forward with any information that may assist us.”
“I would ask any drivers with dashcam to please check their footage and contact us if it holds information relevant to this crash.”
“Anyone with information is asked to please contact 101 quoting reference number 1672 of 24 July.”
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