Tributes to 'adored' husband and father who died after motorbike crash

Graeme John Baillie
Author: Clyde NewsPublished 19th May 2025

The family of a motorcyclist who died following a crash involving a lorry said they have been left "broken-hearted" following his death. The collision happened on the A70 near Glespin, South Lanarkshire, at about 2.20pm on Thursday May 8.

Emergency services attended and Graeme John Baillie, 37, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Mr Baillie's family paid tribute to him in a statement issued via Police Scotland.

They said: "Graeme was an adored husband and father, and he leaves behind a broken-hearted family and many friends whose lives he touched on a daily basis.

"Many thanks to the road traffic police officers for their support."

Police said investigations are continuing to establish the full circumstances of the crash, which involved a blue Suzuki motorbike and a red Volvo lorry.

Constable Dougie Bryson said: "Our thoughts are with Mr Baillie's family and friends at this difficult time.

"We'll continue to liaise with them throughout our investigation.

"I'd like to thank everyone who has come forward with information to assist our inquiries."

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