Man in critical condition after being hit by van

The pedestrian is in a critical condition in the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being struck by a van on the A72 near Peebles.

Police said the accident happened at about 15:15 on Tuesday near Wester Happrew, Lyne, and involved a white Ford Transit and a pedestrian.

Emergency services were sent to the scene and a 38-year-old man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh with serious injuries.

Nobody else was hurt in the accident and the road was reopened at about 21:20.

PC John Money said: "Our inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and we are keen to speak to anyone in the area, including before the crash, to get in touch.

"In particular, if you have dash-cam that could assist with our investigation then please make contact with officers."