A man is in a “serious condition” after being hit by a bus after he exited a lorry in a layby in Aberdeenshire.
Emergency services were called to the layby on the A952 at the A90 near the Toll of Birness around 2.10pm on Tuesday after the pedestrian was struck.
The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment, where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
The road was closed for around six hours to allow for crash investigations to be carried out.
Officers are appealing for information and said enquiries are ongoing.
Road Policing Sergeant Eoin Maxwell said: “I’d like to thank everyone who has come forward so far.
“I’d urge anyone who has information or dashcam footage, and has not already contacted police, to get in touch.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 1830 of October 8, 2024.
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