Woman dead and four hospitalised in horror crash on Scots road as probe launched

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A woman died after a horror road crash today which saw four others rushed to hospital for treatment. The incident took place in Galashiels, in the Borders.Police Scotland officers are now appealing to the public for information on the crash, which took place on the A7, in the town's Abbotsford Road.The woman, an 83-year-old, was driving a black Seat Altea, which was involved in a crash with a grey Honda CRV at around 10.55am this morning.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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But she was pronounced dead a short time later.A 78-year-old man, who had been driving the Honda, was also taken to Borders General Hospital, along with his three passengers for treatment.The 75-year-old woman, 46-year-old woman and 15-year-old boy in question are not believed to have life-threatening.