Road reopens following fatal crash

POLICE have confirmed that the A970 near Sandwick has fully reopened following a fatal crash in the early hours of the morning.

A spokesperson said: “Drivers are thanked for their patience while investigations were carried out.”

Service updates for all local bus routes can be found on the Zetrans website, via the public transport portal on the Shetland News website, or by calling the bus voicebanks on 01595 745744.

Earlier today police confirmed that a 25-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene following a one vehicle crash on the A970 near Sandwick, with emergency services called around 1am.