A pedestrian has died after being hit by a car in a Fife town in the early hours of Saturday. Emergency services were called to Lumphinnans Road at around 1.30am when a black Volkswagen Golf travelling east collided with a 48-year-old man.
Man pronounced dead at the scene
He was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, a 28-year-old man, was arrested in connection with a road traffic offence.
Road closed for investigation
The road was closed for just over six hours, reopening at 7.50am after officers carried out an investigation. Police are now appealing for witnesses.
Sergeant Tom Aitken said: “Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident and we are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. If you were on Lumphinnans Road and witnessed the crash, or may have dash cam footage of significance, please get in touch.”
Appeal for information
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 0302 of Saturday, 17 October, 2026.
