A young lad named David Bark, aged 18, tragically lost his life after getting hit by a van in Wigtown not too long ago. The incident took place on the A75 at Carsluith near the town on a fateful Friday, April 18. Unfortunately, despite being rushed to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, David succumbed to his injuries on Saturday, April 26.
Sergeant David Kerr expressed his condolences, stating, “Our thoughts are with David’s family and friends during this difficult time.” The investigation into the crash is still ongoing, with authorities urging anyone who was in the area before or after the incident to come forward. Additionally, individuals with dash-cam footage that could help shed light on the circumstances are encouraged to reach out to the police.
The driver of the van, a 28-year-old man, and his passenger, a 33-year-old man, fortunately escaped unharmed. If you have any information related to the incident, please contact Police Scotland at 101, quoting incident number 3905 of Friday, April 18, 2025.
I’m not really sure why this matters, but it’s important to remember that tragedies like these can have a lasting impact on families and communities. Let’s all do our part in ensuring road safety and preventing such incidents from happening again.
