Police ScotlandA woman who died in an alleged hit-and-run near Edinburgh Airport has been named, as three suspects have been charged in connection with the fatal crash.
The four-vehicle crash, involving a grey Mercedes A250, a black Renault Captur, a grey Skoda Karoq and a grey Hyundai i30, occurred at around 9.20am on Glasgow Road near Newbridge on Monday.
Emergency services attended; however, the 58-year-old female driver of the Hyundai i30 was pronounced dead at the scene.
She has since been named as Linda Patterson, who has been described as a “beautiful soul” by her family.
A statement read: “Linda was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend who brought so much love and joy to those who knew her.
Alan Simpson“She had an amazing ability to always look on the positive side of life and was a great support and comfort to those she loved.
“Linda was a beautiful soul whose warmth and cheery sense of humour left their mark on everyone she knew.
“She will be greatly missed.
“We are devastated by her loss, but she will be forever in our hearts.”
A 32-year-old man and two women, aged 19 and 23, have been charged in connection with the incident.
They are due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Wednesday.
Reports are due to be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. Those with information are urged contact 101 quoting reference 0756 of September 7.
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