Police name cyclist who died in collision on A68 as James Scott

Police in Midlothian have confirmed that the cyclist who died in a road traffic collision on the A68 on Sunday (6th December 2015) was 50-year-old James William Scott of Pathhead, Midlothian.

James’ family have released the following statement:

“James was a very loving husband and father.

“He would go out of his way to help anyone who needed it and had recently been nominated for employee of the month at work.

“He will be sorely missed.”

Sgt Scott Sneddon of Trunk Road Policing said: “Our sincere condolences go to James’ family and friends at this very sad time.

“We are still keen to speak to anyone who saw the collision on the A68 on Sunday or who has information that can help us with our inquiries into this incident.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.