A man who died in a Land Rover crash in Perthshire has been named locally as Loren MacGillivray, known as LJ. The 41-year-old, who was driving the Land Rover Freelander, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Emergency crews were called to the Auchterarder to Aberuthven Road, near Damside, at around 2.40pm on Friday, August 28. No one else was injured in the incident.
Tributes to a 'legend' and 'gentle giant'
Heartfelt tributes have been paid to Loren, with friends describing him as a "legend" and a "gentle giant". Billy Vaughan said: "This guy is and always will be a legend in Auchterarder and beyond. We saw Minions just two weeks ago. Loren, you will always be in my heart and thoughts."
Dale Robert Mcnally wrote: "RIP LJ such a great guy gone far too soon." Sara Spittal said: "Can’t believe it - absolutely heartbreaking. He was such a gentle giant. Sending condolences and thoughts to the whole family at this sad time."
Jemma Connelly said: "Rest easy buddy will miss your infectious laugh." Charli Crawford added: "What a gentle giant. Rest easy, LJ."
GoFundMe and police appeal
A GoFundMe page has been set up by Stuart Walker, a friend of Loren's mum, to help cover funeral costs. Police closed the road for nine hours to allow for a crash investigation.
Sergeant Brian McEwen said: "Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of this crash. I am appealing for anyone who witnessed it or who has information which could assist our investigation to contact us."
He added: "I would also ask anyone who was in the area and may have dash-cam footage to please get in touch if it holds anything which could be relevant. Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 1975 of August 28, 2026."
