Police have named the two victims of Monday’s fatal accident on the A92.
Eight-year-old Bartek Plachta from Poland and 36-year-old Monika Lewandowska-Ritchie from Durham died following a collisionbetween a lorry and the Ford Focus they were travelling in on the outskirts of Kirkcaldy.
Bartek was a backseat passenger in the Ford Focus car driven by Monika, which was involved in a collision with an Iveco lorry, just north of the Redhouse Roundabout.
A 9-year-old boy, who was also a backseat passenger within the car sustained serious facial injuries during the incident, while the 36-year-old male front passenger was uninjured.
The lorry driver was also not injured.
The families of the two victims spoke of their heartache following the incident.
The family of the youngster said: “Bartek was a much loved and treasured son and brother.
“He was a very popular boy who touched the hearts of many and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and cared for him. The family are requesting privacy at this most difficult time.”
Mrs Lewandowska-Ritchie’s family said: “Monika was a loving wife, mother, sister and daughter who was much loved and will be sadly missed by all who knew and cared for her.”
Police have stated that they are continuing inquiries into the fatal collision and anyone with information is asked to come forward.
The northbound stretch between Kirkcaldy and Glenrothes was closed for several hours on Monday as investigators tried to ascertain the circumstances leading to the collision.
Inspector Brenda Sinclair from the Road Policing Unit said: “Once again, our sympathies are with the families of Bartek and Monika and we will continue to provide them with all the necessary support and they assistance they require.
“Fife Road Policing Unit has been conducting a thorough investigation into the full circumstances surrounding this tragic incident and we remain keen to speak to any motorists who were on the A92 at around 2.55pm on Monday and witnessed the collision.
“In addition, anyone with any further information that can assist with our inquiries should also get in touch.”
Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101.