The family of a young Edinburgh man who died in a car crash on the city bypass on Saturday, September 3 have said he "touched the hearts of those who knew him" and released a picture.
Michael Greens tragically died following a collision involving a car on the A720 Edinburgh City Bypass over the weekend. The incident happened around 5.10am on Saturday, 3 September, 2022, eastbound near the Straiton junction.
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Mr Greens, 25, was pronounced dead at the scene. His heartbroken family have now issued a statement through Police Scotland and said: "Michael was an extremely sharp and intelligent man, who would astound and entertain us with his wit and knowledge.
"He was a student of science and history, with a passion for fitness and historical re-enactment. A joy to be around, he touched the hearts of those who knew him.
"He will be sorely missed by parents, Billy and Sadie, and brother, Daniel."
The 39-year-old male driver of the BMW 3 Series car involved was uninjured. The road was closed until around 12.40pm to allow for an investigation at the scene.
Sergeant Barry Sommerville of Police Scotland’s Road Policing Unit said: “Our thoughts are with the Michael's family and friends at this extremely difficult time.
"Our enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances and I would ask anyone with information which could help to get in touch."
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He added: "We would also be keen to speak to anyone who may have dashcam footage which could help our investigation.
"Anyone with information can call 101, quoting reference 0714 of Saturday, 3 September, 2022."
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