Bus Driver tragically dies 5 days after collision in East Ayrshire
Condolences have been expressed to the family and friends of a bus driver who tragically lost his life five days after being involved in a collision with a van in East Ayrshire. The incident occurred on the A77 on Monday, August 14th.
Gordon Stirling, a 23-year-old resident of the Crosshouse area, was left fighting for his life following the crash. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, Mr. Stirling succumbed to his injuries at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH) in Glasgow on Saturday.
The 42-year-old driver of the white Ford Transit van is currently in a serious but stable condition at the QEUH, as confirmed by Police Scotland. Two passengers on the Stagecoach single-decker bus, a 68-year-old woman, and a 19-year-old man, were also taken to the hospital as a precautionary measure but were later discharged.
Fiona Doherty, the Managing Director of Stagecoach West Scotland, expressed her deep sadness over the loss of their colleague, Gordon Stirling. She conveyed heartfelt condolences to his family and friends, noting that the entire Stagecoach team is devastated by the tragic news. Ms. Doherty further pledged support to those Stagecoach employees who were acquainted with Mr. Stirling.
In light of the incident, a comprehensive investigation has been initiated to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision, as confirmed by Ms. Doherty. She extended her gratitude to the emergency services for their prompt response and commendable efforts, as well as to the NHS team at the QEUH.
The crash occurred in the vicinity of the A719 junction, which leads south to Galston. Police authorities are continuing their inquiries into the incident and are urging anyone with relevant information or dashcam footage to come forward and assist with their investigation.
Inspector Craig Beaver expressed his sympathies to the family and friends of Gordon Stirling during this difficult time. He emphasized that their investigation is ongoing and encouraged individuals who had not yet been in contact with the police to reach out, particularly if they possess any useful information or evidence related to the collision.
The loss of Gordon Stirling has left a somber impact on the community, and his untimely death serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by those in the transportation industry. As the investigation unfolds, it is hoped that a thorough examination of the incident will shed light on the factors contributing to the collision and prevent such unfortunate accidents from occurring in the future.
