A man has died after “losing control” of a car and crashing into a tree in South Lanarkshire.
Officers were alerted to the fatal crash that happened on the A726 near Millwell Road, Chapelton, on Friday around 5.40pm.
Police said a Ford Puma, driven by a 44-year-old man, appeared to lose control and struck a tree.
Emergency services attended, however the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Sergeant John Houston from Lanarkshire Road Policing said: “Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends at this difficult time.
“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances. I would urge anyone who witnessed the crash who has not yet spoken to police to please get in touch.
“We are also keen to speak to anyone who has dashcam footage from the area.
“Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting reference number 2650 of March 15.”
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