Aberdeen Lord Provost issues statement following train derailment near Stonehaven

12 August 2020

The Lord Provost of Aberdeen Barney Crockett said: “On behalf of the City of Aberdeen I extend my heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the families of those lost in this terrible accident. Our thoughts are also very much with those injured. The North-east of Scotland is a tight-knit community and the impact of today’s derailment will be felt across the region. Hopefully we can draw strength from each other in the difficult days ahead, especially those most affected.”