Man charged over death of father who was hit by ambulance

Robert Bromell died after being struck by an ambulance travelling to an emergency in Argyll and Bute.

Man charged over death of Oban father who was hit by ambulance on A85, Police Scotland say Police Scotland

A 20-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death of a father-of-two who was struck by an ambulance travelling to an emergency in Argyll and Bute.

Robert Bromell, 39, died after being hit by the vehicle on Corran Esplanade on the A85 in Oban on the afternoon of Wednesday, September 6.

He was taken to Lorn and Islands Hospital but died a day later.

A 20-year-old man is now due to appear at Oban Sheriff Court on Monday over the incident, Police Scotland.

Bromell’s family said they were “devastated and truly heartbroken” by his death.

In a statement, they said: “Robert Bromell, better known as Hogan to all his family and friends, with his cheeky smile and funny character. You would never not see Hogan without a smile on his face and a little joke to tell.

“It is a devastating loss and he will be missed by everyone that knew him.

“He was a loving dad to his two sons Kaiden and Kai and an amazing brother to Emma, Phil, Dave and Theresa.

“As a family we are devastated and truly heartbroken right now. Life will not be the same without him.”

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