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11 Oct 2025

Man arrested and charged following death of motorcyclist in crash last year

Man arrested and charged following death of motorcyclist in crash last year

A man has been arrested and charged following the death of a motorcyclist in a crash which took place in November last year.

James Cochrane, 67, died after the motorbike he was riding was involved in a collision with a van on Bellsdyke Road in Larbert.

The crash took place on November 7 2024, around 11.50am.

Police Scotland have now said a 59-year-old man has now been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal crash.

He is due to appear in court at a later date.

Constable Ben Alexander said: “Our thoughts remain with Mr Cochrane’s family as they continue to come to terms with what happened.

“We’ve been keeping them updated on our investigation.

“I’d like to thank members of the public who came forward with information.”

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