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Pedestrian killed on carriageway Pedestrian killed on carriageway
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One person has been killed after being hit by a vehicle on the A80 at Auchenkilns near Cumbernauld. A man has died after being hit by a vehicle on the A80 at Auchenkilns near Cumbernauld.
It is understood the victim was walking on the northbound carriageway when the accident happened shortly before 0500 GMT.It is understood the victim was walking on the northbound carriageway when the accident happened shortly before 0500 GMT.
Strathclyde Police said the A80 northbound had been closed and was expected to remain shut for several hours following the incident. Strathclyde Police said the A80 northbound had been closed for several hours to allow investigations to take place, causing tailbacks.
Drivers were warned to expect lengthy delays. Diversions have been put in place and drivers were warned to expect delays.