Stagecoach bus driver dies five days after crash with van
Police ScotlandA 23-year-old bus driver has died five days after being involved in a crash with a van in East Ayrshire.
The accident, between a single decker Stagecoach service and a white Ford Transit, happened at about 17:30 on Monday on the A77, near Fenwick.
Gordon Stirling, from the Crosshouse area, was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QUEH) in Glasgow where he died on Saturday.
The 42-year-old male driver of the van is in a serious but stable condition.
Police said inquiries into the collision, which happened near the junction with the A719, were ongoing and urged anyone with information to contact officers.
'Stagecoach team devastated'
Fiona Doherty, managing director of Stagecoach West Scotland, said: "It is with great sadness that we confirm the passing of our colleague Gordon Stirling.
"Gordon was the driver of the service 4 bus which was involved in a road traffic incident with another vehicle on Monday 14 August on the A77.
"The whole Stagecoach team is devastated about this and we all send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends."
She confirmed a full investigation into the incident was under way and added Mr Stirling's colleagues were being supported by the company.
Ms Docherty also thanked the emergency services for their response and the NHS team at the QEUH.