Three young men who died in Falkirk crash named by police

Three “much-loved” young men who died in a car crash have been named by police.

Reece Williams, 23, Lewis Soden, 24, and Connor Page, 21, died after the white Ford Focus they were travelling in crashed on Moss Road near Dunmore, Falkirk, on Friday at around 6.15pm.

In a statement released via Police Scotland, Mr Williams’ family said: “Reece will forever be a much-loved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend.

“There will not be a day where we don’t hold space to remember Reece and the memories that we made together.

“We’d like to express our thanks to the emergency services, witnesses and to everyone who has sent their condolences.”

Mr Soden’s family said: “Lewis has and will forever be a much-loved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend to many.

“There will not be a day where Lewis won’t be missed and where we won’t hold room in our hearts to remember him and the memories that we all made together.

Mr Page’s family added: “Connor was loved beyond words.”

Police Scotland is appealing for witnesses and urged anyone with information or dash-cam footage to come forward.

Sergeant Elaine Scott said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of all involved this very difficult time.

“Inquiries remain ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the crash and we continue to appeal to anyone who witnessed the crash and who has not already spoken to officers to please get in touch.

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

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 3123 of July 26, 2024.

They were among eight people to die in crashes on Scotland’s roads at the weekend.

The force issued an appeal for road safety following the series of fatal accidents.