A MAN has died after his car collided with a bus.

The accident happened on the A93 Ballater to Braemar road at Bridge of Gairn, Aberdeenshire, on Friday.

The man was driving a red Vauxhall Astra when it collided with a Stagecoach bus at about 6.20pm.

A Police Scotland spokesman said: "Sadly the male driver of the Astra died from his injuries and our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragedy."

Road Policing Sergeant Peter Henderson added: "Inquiries are ongoing and we have already spoken with a number of witnesses.

"I would ask that anyone who has not already given their details to police and who saw either vehicle in the area please get in touch.

"Likewise if motorists believe they may have dashcam footage which could assist our enquiries, I would urge you to come forward."