Tributes are pouring in for a young Scot who tragically passed away following a road accident in Moray.
We told how emergency crews were called to a one-vehicle crash on the A941 Dufftown to Craigellachie Road near Glenburnie in Dufftown in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The smash, involving a black and red Honda CBR125, took place at around 12.50am.
Police on Sunday afternoon announced that the rider, a 23-year-old man, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
The biker has been named locally as Konnor Pritchett from Keith, Moray.
Grieving loved ones took to social media in the wake of the incident to pay tribute to Konnor through public posts.
'Loving, caring' Konnor was hailed as 'one of the nicest lads' and the 'life of the party'.
One wrote: "Rest easy buddy.
"Can’t believe I’m writing this, you had a heart of gold and always the life of the party.
"Thoughts with your family Konnor Pritchett."
Another added: "He (Konnor) he was amazing, loving, caring guy."
A third posted: "Rest easy Konnor Pritchett
"I honestly still can’t believe it all.
"You were the life and soul of the party to us all.
"Keep partying up there till the day we meet again."
While another added: "Rest in peace pal.
"One of the nicest , hard working young lads I’ve ever met."
Police offered their condolences to the biker's family.
Officers also urged witnesses, those with dash cam footage or any other information to come forward.
Sergeant Peter Henderson said: "Our thoughts at this time are with the family and friends of the motorcyclist.
"The road is currently closed and an investigation is underway.
"I would urge anyone who may have witnessed the collision or seen the vehicle prior to the collision, or who may have dash cam footage that could assist the enquiry, to contact police on 101, quoting incident number PS-20211219-0223."
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