Perth press photographer Graeme Lafferty dies after collapsing in High Street

A well-known Perth photographer died today after collapsing in the city centre.

Named locally as former Perthshire Advertiser chief photographer Graeme Lafferty, 59, he had been taking photographs of the Kirkin’ of the Council when he took ill outside Superdrug in the High Street around 10.30am.

Police, members of the public and ambulance personnel all assisting in carrying out first aid actions at the scene but he was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival at Perth Royal Infirmary.

It is understood Mr Lafferty suffered from angina, although this was controlled by medication.

He had left the Perthshire Advertiser and was working recently as a freelance photographer.

For full tributes to Mr Lafferty, see Monday’s Courier.