A DRIVER died following a crash in the Scottish Borders last night.

The 26-year-old sustained fatal injuries when his blue Audi collided with a tree next to the A721 at Kirkdean in Peeblesshire at around 9.50pm.

The vehicle had been travelling on the eastbound carriageway on its way from the A702 at West Linton.

Paramedics transferred the man to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, but he later succumbed to his injuries.

Police are today appealing for witnesses to come forward and want to hear from anyone who was travelling in the area around the time of this incident.

In particular, they want to speak with anyone who saw the vehicle prior to the collision travelling in close proximity with a black BMW.

Sergeant Neil Inglis said: “Tragically this collision has resulted in the death of a young man.

“Our inquiries into this matter are continuing as we work toward establishing the full set of circumstances.

“I would encourage anyone who was travelling on the A702 or A721 at around 9:50pm or shortly beforehand on Sunday (May 22) to contact us immediately if they witnessed either of these vehicles.

“In addition, anyone with information relevant to this inquiry should also get in touch.”

Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.