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A96 Closed Following Multi-Vehicle Collision in Aberdeenshire
Emergency services, including air ambulance teams, responded to a serious multi-vehicle crash on the A96 in Aberdeenshire this morning. The incident occurred near Huntly by the Portsoy junction shortly before 7am on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.
A total of seven individuals were taken to hospital as a result of the crash. Five ambulances, one air ambulance, and two special operations response teams were deployed to the scene, alongside fire and police crews.
Five of the injured parties were transported to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, with two being airlifted. The remaining two were taken to Dr Gray’s Hospital in Elgin. The specifics of the injuries and the exact number of vehicles involved in the collision have not been clarified at this time.
Authorities from Police Scotland have advised drivers to avoid the area and seek alternative routes as diversions are currently in place. Traffic Scotland confirmed that both northbound and southbound traffic on the A96 is affected, with emergency services still active at the scene three hours after the incident.
A Police Scotland spokesperson stated that they received reports of the crash at approximately 6:55am. Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the Scottish Ambulance Service noted that they were alerted to the situation shortly before and confirmed the dispatch of multiple emergency vehicles.
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service crews were also mobilised to the scene following the crash report at 6:55am. They stabilised the vehicles involved and assisted the ambulance teams with the casualties. Fire crews departed the scene at 8:51am after ensuring the area was made safe.
The situation remains under investigation as authorities continue to manage the aftermath of the collision. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
