THE family of a mum who died after being hit by a police van have launched a legal action against Police Scotland.

Margaret McCarron, 58, passed away after being rushed to hospital when she was struck by the vehicle in Motherwell three years ago.

Police officer Jamie Hamill, 32, appeared in court last April in private on charges in connection with the alleged collision in Merry Street. He made no plea and was released on bail, with the case continued for further examination.

It has now emerged that Margaret’s family have raised a civil action against his employers at the Court of Session in Edinburgh. It is currently unclear the level of damages they are looking for judges to award.

(Image: Margaret McCarron)

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They issued a statement today through their lawyers, Digby Brown, saying they continue to deal with the pain caused by their mum’s death three years on. They also say that they feel the legal bid may finally help deliver some closure.

They added: “Every day we have mourned the loss of our mum, however we continue to try and keep her memory alive by living with the kindness, warmth and positivity she shared with those around her.

"There have been aspects of the incident which, for us, remain unclear so we hope a civil action will help deliver answers so we may finally be able to process everything, heal and move forwards.”

It is understood the case is being pursued by Mrs McCarron’s children.

The gran was allegedly hit by a marked Police Scotland van while she was enjoying a shopping trip in the town on September 19, 2021. The 58-year-old was rushed to University Hospital Wishaw for treatment but died a short time later.

The carer left behind husband Chris, who died last year, and her children from a previous relationship.

At the time retired businessman Chris, 72, spoke out to say the family felt let down by the handling of the investigation that followed Margaret’s death and were determined to pursue justice.

The crash was reported to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner. The criminal case against the officer was raised after PIRC submitted its report to the Crown Office. The Glasgow Times understands that dates for any future calling of the case have yet to be assigned, although it remains live.

A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “As this matter is an ongoing legal case, it would be inappropriate for us to comment at this time.”