An elderly man in Auchterarder was hit by a car this morning.
It’s believed that the elderly man was taken to hospital by ambulance and is badly bruised. The accident took place near the Co Op store, where the elderly man uses a mobility scooter.
From 18 December 2014 there will be a greater police presence as well as an increased presence of Safer Communities Wardens, parking attendants, street pastors, and taxi marshalls in Perth City Centre.
Police Scotland and partner agencies are advising the public to be prepared for the risk of disruption and difficult driving conditions as snow is forecast for Tayside - in particular Perth and Kinross, during this evening, overnight and into tomorrow morning.
Police Scotland have confirmed that an investigation is underway into the suspicious death of a 49 year old man at an address in the Balbeggie area of Pethshire.