A 38-year-old man has been charged after homes in Aberdeen were evacuated by armed police following an alleged hit-and-run involving a van. The incident occurred on Invercauld Road at around 2am on Saturday, August 15.
Incident details
Police received a report of a crash where a van struck parked vehicles and left the scene. Officers searched the area and attended a flat on the street. Due to a man allegedly causing a disturbance inside the property, specialist officers, including negotiators, were called in. Residents in neighbouring flats were evacuated as a precaution.
Police response and charges
Images from the scene showed a large cordon in place with multiple police vehicles. The flat block and surrounding car park were taped off. Inspector Hollie Murray said: “Around 2am on Saturday, August 15, 2026, we received a report of a crash on Invercauld Road, Aberdeen, where a van had struck other vehicles then made off. Officers searched the area and attended a flat on Invercauld Road.
“Due to a man causing a disturbance within a property, specialist officers including negotiators attended to assist. Neighbouring properties in the block were evacuated as a precaution. A 38-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection. He is due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Monday, August 17.
“There were no reports of anyone injured and neighbours returned to their homes. We thank the local community for their patience and assistance with this incident.”
Next steps
The man is due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Monday, August 17. No injuries were reported, and residents have returned to their homes.
