INVERNESS, SCOTLAND – The community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Alison Campbell, a 65-year-old woman who tragically lost her life in a devastating two-vehicle crash on the A96 Inverness to Nairn road. The fatal accident occurred around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, approximately one mile east of the airport roundabout.
Alison was a passenger in a red Vauxhall Insignia when it was involved in a collision with a white Ford Transit Tipper van. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, but despite the best efforts of first responders, Alison was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of her injuries.
The 69-year-old driver of the Vauxhall, believed to be known to Alison, sustained critical injuries in the crash and was transported by ambulance to Raigmore Hospital in Inverness, where he remains in serious condition under close medical supervision. The driver of the van was fortunately uninjured, and has been cooperating fully with investigators.
Police Scotland’s Sergeant Kate Finlayson of the Road Policing Unit issued a public statement expressing condolences to the family of Alison Campbell, saying:
“Our thoughts are with Alison’s family and friends at this difficult time. Enquiries to establish the full circumstances of the crash are ongoing. I’d like to thank everyone who has provided information so far and ask anyone else who saw what happened or has dash-cam footage to come forward.”
The tragic collision has sent ripples of sorrow through the local community, with many expressing sadness at the sudden and unexpected loss of a woman remembered for her warmth, kindness, and dedication to her loved ones. Friends and neighbors described Alison as a gentle soul with a compassionate heart who made a lasting impression on everyone she met.
The stretch of the A96 where the accident occurred is a frequently traveled route and has seen a number of serious accidents in recent years. This latest incident has reignited conversations about road safety, visibility, and the importance of ongoing infrastructure improvements to prevent future tragedies.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash—particularly those who may have dash-cam footage or were traveling in the area at the time—to come forward to assist with the investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2130 of 22 July, 2025.
As the investigation continues, Alison’s loved ones are being supported by specially trained officers. Plans for a memorial service will be announced in the coming days, as family, friends, and the wider community come together to celebrate the life of a woman gone far too soon.
May Alison Campbell be remembered with love, and may her memory be a source of strength to those she leaves behind.
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