Motorcyclist who died in road crash named by police

Alexander Carson, known as Lex, crashed his motorbike on the A701 near Moffat on Friday.

Motorcyclist who died in road crash named by police

A motorcyclist who died in a road crash has been named by police.

Alexander Carson, known as Lex, crashed his red and black motorbike on the A701 near Moffat in Dumfries and Galloway at around 5.50pm on Friday.

Emergency services attended, however the 64-year-old from Carluke was pronounced dead at the scene.

Sergeant Billy Broatch said: “Our thoughts remain with Mr Carson’s family at this sad time.

“Our investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances of this incident and we would appeal to anyone who witnessed the crash, or have any information that could assist with our enquiries to get in touch.”

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