Family mourning young dad’s death
Man killed after car hits grass verge
A young dad was killed after his car came off the A77.
Robert McLean, 28, died last week after hitting a grass verge on the side of the road near Lendalfoot.
He was taken to Ayr Hospital after emergency services raced to the scene at around 7am on Monday, July 17 but died shortly after.
Tributes have been paid to the Patna dad- of- two, an avid gym- goer and football fan.
A statement issued on behalf of the family read: “Our family are utterly devastated by the sudden and tragic loss of Robert. He was a loving dad and brother and we will forever miss our precious son.
“Robert loved nothing more than spending time with his family and friends.
“He loved sport, from football to boxing, but his main love was going to the gym.
“We, as a family, would also like to thank the doctor who helped Robert at the scene of the accident and for all his efforts.”
“Our family, friends and work colleagues have been so supportive to us in this living nightmare.
“We a r e t o t a l l y overwhelmed by how much Robert was loved and thought of by his amazing friends.
“Thank you all so much.” Matt Gardens said: “Played football with Robert for a few years. An absolute gentleman.”
Debbie Givens said: “Today has been a very sad day, hearing about the tragic loss of an old school pal Robert McLean.
“My thoughts are with all of the family at this terrible time.
“It’s times like these that remind you how precious life really is.”
The road was closed for a number of hours following the incident, with traffic diverted onto the A75 towards Newton Stewart.
A report has been submitted to the procurator fiscal following the crash.