Midlothian motorcyclist dies following early-morning car collision

Author: Paul ReillyPublished 14th Aug 2025

The B7003 at Roslin Glen, Midlothian, has been closed following a fatal crash between a car and a motorcycle.

Police say the collision happened at around 6:50am on Thursday.

Emergency crews attended, but the male motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.

His family has been informed.

Officers remain at the scene while crash investigations are carried out, and motorists are being urged to avoid the area.

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