Man dies in Christmas Day car crash after being rushed to hospital

A DRIVER has died following a Christmas Day car crash in Scotland.

The man was rushed to hospital following the single-vehicle collision on the A9 near Perth.

The crash occured at around 2pm today.

An air ambulance was called to the scene and the man was rushed to hospital with serious injuries.
Police Scotland has since confirmed the man died from his injuries in hospital.

An investigation has been launched into the circumstances of the crash and police have asked any potential witnesses to come forward.

The road was re-opened around three hours later.

The driver's family are said to have been informed.

Anyone with information should call Police Scotland on 101.