A driver has been taken to hospital after a van crashed into a tree on the A96 in Aberdeenshire.
Emergency services were called to the scene near Pitmachie at around 7.50am on Sunday after a white Vauxhall Vivaro van left the road and struck a tree.
A 48-year-old man was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary with serious injuries.
The road was closed and later re-opened around 12.10pm.
Police Scotland is urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward.
Constable Matthew Lawson, of North East Road Policing Unit, said: “Our enquiries into the circumstances of this crash are ongoing, and we are appealing to anyone with information to get in touch.
“We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who saw the vehicle shortly before the crash or who may have relevant dashcam footage that could assist with our enquiries.
“If you believe you can help, please contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0961 of February, 23.”
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