Pedestrian dies after being hit by cars at night

A woman has died after she was struck by a number of vehicles on the A1 on Thursday night.

Police were called to the scene around a mile north of the Granthouse junction with the A6112 at 11.50pm on August 28.

The pedestrian, a 50-year-old woman, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about the incident in the Scottish Borders to contact them.

Sergeant Dave Waddell said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who died at this difficult time.

“Our inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and I am appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash and hasn’t already spoken to officers to get in touch.

“I would also appeal to anyone who was in the area and may have dash cam footage which could assist to contact us.”

The road was closed for investigations following the incident and reopened at around 8.30am on Friday.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference 4019 of August 28 2025.