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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Mike Thomson

Two men taken to hospital following ‘multi-vehicle’ crash on A7

TWO people have been taken to hospital following a multi-vehicle crash on a major road.

The incident took place on the A7 north of Langholm and involved a lorry, a van and a car, according to Police Scotland.

Traffic Scotland said the A7 was blocked between Hawick and Langholm due to the collision, and it had reopened at around 5pm.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said it closed the road to allow an investigation to take place.

The spokesperson said: "Around 12.30pm on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, we were called to a report of a crash, involving a car, a van and a lorry, on the A7, north of Langholm.​

"Emergency services attended and one man, aged 48, was taken to the Cumberland Infirmary. A 57-year-old man was taken Borders General Hospital. ​

"Enquiries are ongoing."

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