Two motorcyclists killed in separate Scottish crashes

Two motorcyclists were killed in separate accidents involving lorries in Scotland on Wednesday. The first crash happened around 12:20 p.m. on the A68 near Earlston, where a 70-year-old man riding a Moto Guzzi motorbike died at the scene. A silver Ford EcoSport car and a white DAF lorry were also involved, but no other injuries were reported. The second incident occurred at 4:25 p.m. on the B7076 near Newton Wamphray in Dumfries and Galloway. A 61-year-old man on a silver Honda VFR motorbike was pronounced dead after colliding with a white Volvo lorry. The lorry driver was unharmed. Following these tragedies, police have launched a motorcycle safety campaign. They revealed a report showing that 269 motorcyclists have died in Scotland over nine years. Police Scotland and Transport Scotland noted that most fatalities involved male riders aged between 46 and 55. Chief Superintendent Hilary Sloan emphasized the need for all road users to be cautious, especially as motorcycle activity increases in spring and summer. She urged drivers to be vigilant for motorcyclists, particularly in rural areas. Police are investigating both crashes and are appealing for witnesses to come forward with information.