Edinburgh Airport crash: Family of woman killed in A8 crash 'shocked to the core' as three people charged

Linda Patterson, from Broxburn, West Lothian, was pronounced dead at the scene following the collision on the A8 near Newbridge at around 9.25am on Monday September 7.

Police Scotland confirmed a 32-year-old man and two women, aged 19 and 23, have been charged in connection with the incident. They are due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Wednesday September 9.

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In a statement released through the force, Ms Patterson’s family said: “Linda was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend who brought so much love and joy to those who knew her.

“She had an amazing ability to always look on the positive side of life and was a great support and comfort to those she loved.

“Linda was a beautiful soul whose warmth and cheery sense of humour left their mark on everyone she knew. She will be greatly missed. We are devastated by her loss, but she will be forever in our hearts.”

Friends and loved ones have also been sharing their own heartfelt messages online for the 58-year-old.

Arthur Alexander, her business partner, described her as his best friend of more than 40 years, adding that she was "very much part of our family".

He wrote: “It’s with a heavy heart that we are having to announce the tragic passing of our amazing friend Linda Patterson. She will be sadly missed. Till we meet again LP.”

Staff at the Central Inn in West Calder also sent their deepest condolences, while her cousin, Trishia Ashcroft, said the family was "shocked to the core".

Ms Ashcroft added: “We were thankful to have spent some special time with Linda and Aunty Lil recently. Was looking forward to many visits this coming year making memories. Absolutely gutted.”

In a fitting tribute to her generosity, one person recalled meeting Linda on holiday in Florida.

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They said: “I am so sad to hear this! I met Linda in Florida, USA while we were both on vacation with our families. She was so kind and even provided tickets to Sea World for my kids since she couldn’t use them. We were just talking about it again a few days ago.

“Many prayers going up for her family and friends.”

Emergency services, including three ambulances, two special operations response teams and a critical care paramedic, were dispatched to the scene on Monday morning. Four other people involved in the collision were taken to hospital for treatment and have since been released.

The road remained closed for several hours to allow for accident investigation work and vehicle recovery, reopening at around 7.05pm.

Sergeant Mike Thomson said: “Our thoughts remain with Linda’s family and friends at this devastating time. Our investigation remains ongoing, though we are not looking for anyone else in connection, and we are continuing to appeal for information from the public."

Anyone with dashcam footage or information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference 0756 of September 7. Reports will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.