Road closed after pedestrian hit by vehicle in city centre

A road in Inverness has been closed after a pedestrian was knocked down in Inverness city centre.

Emergency services were called to Academy Street at around 9.50am on Thursday following the serious crash.

Crown Road and the Chapel Street junction with Academy Street has been closed by police, and the public are being urged to avoid the area.

Police Scotland said: “Academy Street in Inverness is closed due to a serious crash involving a pedestrian and a vehicle. Emergency services were called to the scene around 9.50am on Thursday, October 29, 2026.”

“Road closures are also in place at Crown Road and the Chapel Street junction with Academy Street.

“Members of the public are advised to avoid the area. Enquiries are ongoing”.

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