Man arrested after car crashes into property and causes gas leak fears

Emergency crews were called to Kilwinning Road, in Stewarton, at around 12.50am on Sunday.

Man arrested after car crashes into Stewarton property and causes gas leak fearsPolice Scotland

A man has been arrested after a car crashed into a property in East Ayrshire.

Emergency crews were called to Kilwinning Road, in Stewarton, at around 12.50am on Sunday.

The 37-year-old male driver was the sole occupant of the vehicle, he has been has been arrested and charged in connection with road traffic offences.

Police say a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Residents were evacuated from nearby homes as a precaution due to a possible gas leak.

Engineers attended and made the area safe – the majority of residents have since been allowed to return.

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