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An 85-year-old man has died after being hit by a motorbike in the Highlands.

Angus Ross, from Ardgay, died at the scene of the accident on the A836 near Invershin in Sutherland on Wednesday morning.

The 49-year-old male motorcyclist was taken to hospital for treatment.

Police Scotland has and said its inquiries remained ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the incident.

Sgt Neil MacDonald said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Angus at this very difficult time. We will continue to support them as our inquiries progress."

In a statement, the family of Mr Ross said: "We are devastated over the loss of Angus, who was much-loved by all the family."