Man, 76, dies after being hit by car on A96, investigation launched

A 76-year-old man died after being struck by a car on the A96 near Colpy, Aberdeenshire. Emergency services were called to the scene at 7:15 am on Friday, but the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene while the 26-year-old driver was unharmed. Police Scotland has initiated an investigation and is appealing for witnesses, particularly those with dash-cam footage, to assist in determining the circumstances of the incident. In a separate incident, a man in his 60s also died after being hit by a car in Milton Keynes, where police are similarly seeking witnesses to the collision involving a black Audi A1. These tragic events highlight ongoing concerns regarding pedestrian safety on roads across the UK. Authorities continue to urge the public to come forward with any relevant information.