Fraserburgh man dies after car crash in Australian outback
Paramedics took James Reynolds to Coral Bay Nursing Post but he died later
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A Scottish man has died after a car crash in the Australian outback, his family has confirmed.
James Reynolds, 25, from Fraserburgh in Aberdeenshire, was injured in a two-car collision near Lyndon, about 160km (100 miles) east of Coral Bay on Sunday.
His family in Scotland said they were "absolutely broken" at his death.
Western Australia Police Force said paramedics took him to Coral Bay Nursing Post where he later died.
Police said a 25-year-old woman who was a passenger in the Toyota Hilux utility vehicle Mr Reynolds was driving suffered minor injuries.
The 50-year-old female driver of the other vehicle involved in the crash was taken to Royal Perth Hospital for treatment.
Hundreds of people paid tribute and shared condolences after Mr Reynolds' death was announced on social media.
A statement on Facebook described him as "dearly loved son" of Kerry and John, "much loved brother to Faith-Marie, Amy and William John, dearly loved partner and best friend of Katie" and a "good friend to all who knew him".
His mother also shared the news, adding: "We are all absolutely broken."