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Fun and loving mother and grandmother dies in A9 crash near Slochd


By Andrew Dixon

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Philippa Grant.
Philippa Grant.

The family of Philippa Grant, who died in a crash on the A9 on Friday, have described her as a life force.

Highland News and Media was told by local sources that the tragic victim of the latest A9 fatal crash was Mrs Grant, who with husband Johnnie owned and ran Rothiemurch Estate for many successful and enterprising years.

Police have now confirmed the 73-year-old died following a crash on the A9 near Slochd.

Her family has issued the following statement: “Philippa was a fun and loving mother and grandmother, a life force who will be hugely missed by our family, friends and all who came in contact with her. We will miss her terribly.

“She will be so fondly remembered for the energy and enthusiasm that she ploughed into a career that spanned business, charity and tourism while bringing up a family.’

Her family have asked for their privacy to be respected at this time.

Sergeant Neil MacDonald said: “Our thoughts are very much with Philipa’s family at this very difficult time.

“Our investigation to establish the full circumstances of what happened is ongoing and we are appealing to anyone who can assist, who has not already spoken to officers, to please get in touch.

“If you have dash-cam or anything else that could help then please call us on 101, quoting incident number 3350 of Friday, September 16, 2022”


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