An 18-year-old man has died after being taken to hospital following a one-vehicle collision on the outskirts of Dundee.
The incident happened on the A923 Dundee to Coupar Angus road, near Tullybaccart at around 2.31am on Saturday.
The road has now been cleared and re-opened.
A923 Coupar Angus to Dundee Rd closed at Tullybaccart due to a serious accident. Traffic diverted via A94 to Meigle and B954 to Dundee.
— Perth&KinrossCouncil (@PerthandKinross) July 22, 2017
A spokesperson for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) said a male casualty was taken to Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, by ambulance crew. Police said the 18-year-old later died from his injuries.
Four other people were understood to have been in the car and they were treated for minor injuries by paramedics.
The SFRS spokesperson added that two fire units from Dundee had attended at the scene.
Service 59 will be diverted via Meigle to and from Dundee due to a RTA on the A923 at Tullybaccart. Not sure when the road will reopen.
— Stagecoach East Scot (@StagecoachEScot) July 22, 2017
Tributes to the teenager have been posted on social media.
Carol Suzanne Thomson said: “RIP, so young. Really sad news. Thoughts are with his family and friends.”
Allan Batchelor added: “Not good to hear. It’s full of bends around that area.”
And Sarah Burke commented: “Most down to earth boy you could ever meet. Rest easy big man.”
Meanwhile, Wendy McKenzie posted: “RIP – lovely young lad. Thoughts are with his parents.”
Lisa Jane Potter described the fatality as “heartbreaking.”
Police have not yet named the deceased 18-year-old.
Anyone who may have witnessed the collision should phone Police Scotland on 101 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if they wish to remain anonymous.
