The man killed following a crash on one of Paisley’s busiest roads has been named this afternoon.
Jim Paterson was struck by a car around 12.20am on Brediland Road, Foxbar.
The 63-year-old was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
A 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and police have said that enquiries are ongoing.
Today, Jim’s devastated family urged anyone who may have witnessed the crash to come forward and speak to police.
In a statement issued via Renfrewshire police, the family said: “Our entire family is broken following the tragic death of our beloved Jim.
“Please if anyone has any information or knows anything which could help the police, come forward.”
Road policing officers in Renfrewshire echoed this plea and are this afternoon urging people who witnessed the fatal crash to get in touch.
Sergeant Chris Hoggans said: “Our thoughts are with Jim’s family and friends at this difficult time.
“As our enquiries into the crash continue, I would urge anyone who saw what happened or who has relevant dash cam footage of the area at the time to contact police.”
Anyone with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 0074 of November 27, 2022. Alternatively, people can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Brediland Road remains closed to pedestrians and vehicles while investigations are ongoing and the public is urged to use an alternative route.
Officers remained at the scene this morning with forensic officers seen carrying out a fingertip search of the road and nearby areas.
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