Woman, 92, who died after being struck by lorry in Inverness city centre named by police

A 92-year-old woman who died after being struck by a lorry in Inverness city centre has been named.

Emergency services were called to Academy Street at around 9.50am on Thursday, October 29, following the serious crash.

Police Scotland confirmed that Mary Jane Goodwin was pronounced dead at the scene. Her family have been made aware and have requested privacy.

Crown Road and the Chapel Street junction with Academy Street was closed by police, and the public were urged to avoid the area. The road reopened at 5pm.

Enquiries remain ongoing.

Sergeant Calum MacAulay, of the Roads Policing Unit, said: “Our sympathies remain with the family and friends of Mrs Goodwin, who have requested that their privacy be respected at this difficult time.

“Our enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances, and we are continuing to appeal for anyone with information to please come forward.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 0879 of Thursday, October 29, 2026.