Fatal Car-Lorry Crash Near Dunkeld Closes A9 for 12 Hours

A 46-year-old man died in a collision between a car and a heavy goods vehicle on the A9 near Dunkeld, Perthshire, on Friday, July 31, 2026. The crash closed the major trunk road for more than 12 hours, causing significant disruption.

Emergency services were called to the scene just south of Dunkeld at approximately 6 a.m. after reports of a collision involving a grey Audi A4 and a white Scania lorry. The driver of the Audi, a 46-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. Police Scotland confirmed that his next of kin have been informed. The driver of the lorry was taken to a hospital as a precautionary measure and his condition was not believed to be serious.

The A9 was closed in both directions to allow for a detailed police investigation and for the recovery of the vehicles. The closure remained in effect until around 6:30 p.m. on Friday, causing lengthy delays for motorists traveling through the Perthshire area. The road has since fully reopened to traffic.

Road policing officers are continuing their investigation into the circumstances of the collision. Sergeant David Farr of Police Scotland issued a public appeal for information. He stated that their thoughts are with...