Doctor William Noel : American Doctor Dies in Tragic Edinburgh Van Accident

By | April 30, 2024

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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. William Noel accident
2. Edinburgh van crash incident

An American doctor tragically passed away in Edinburgh after being hit by a van on Trinity Crescent. The 58-year-old man, identified as Doctor William Noel from Philadelphia, was struck by a white Citroen Relay van and taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, where he succumbed to his injuries on Monday evening. The driver of the van, a 40-year-old man, was arrested and later released pending further investigation. Police Scotland had appealed for a female nurse who assisted Dr. Noel to come forward, and she has since been identified. Enquiries are ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland quoting incident number 2772 of April 10.

1. American physician death Edinburgh
2. William Noel accident Trinity Crescent

Tragic Accident Claims the Life of American Doctor in Edinburgh

An American doctor tragically lost his life in Edinburgh after being struck by a van on Trinity Crescent. The incident occurred around 5.50pm on Wednesday, April 10, when the 58-year-old man, identified as Doctor William Noel from Philadelphia, was hit by a white Citroen Relay van.

Emergency Response and Treatment

Emergency services swiftly arrived at the scene and transported Dr. Noel to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. Despite their best efforts, he succumbed to his injuries on Monday evening. The entire medical community mourns the loss of a dedicated healthcare professional.

Driver Arrested and Investigation Ongoing

The driver of the van, a 40-year-old man, was taken into custody in connection with the incident. However, he has since been released pending further investigations by the authorities. Police Scotland had previously issued an appeal for a female nurse who had come to Dr. Noel’s aid to come forward, and she has now been identified and assisted with enquiries.

Appeal for Information

Despite progress in the case, the investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. Individuals who may have witnessed the accident or have relevant details are encouraged to contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 2772 of April 10.

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Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Dr. William Noel during this difficult time. The medical community has lost a dedicated professional, and his contributions will be sorely missed. We hope that the investigation yields answers and justice for this tragic incident.

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