Emilie Anne Parker: American student killed in crash near Aviemore while walking her beloved huskies

Emilie Anne Parker, 30, was killed in the crash, which took place on Friday, October 11 at the Granish junction on the B9152 near Aviemore. The University of Dundee student, who was originally from Colorado, had been walking her beloved huskies Carver and Roo at the time, with the two canines also dying in the incident.

Her family have released a statement paying tribute to the “amazing” student. They said: "Emilie was a smart, beautiful, courageous 30-year-old woman, who was taken from us far too soon. She was a passionate adventurer who loved the outdoors. You could find her with her pups, biking, hiking, rafting, skiing, dog sledding or crafting whenever she wasn’t working or studying.

"She was an amazing sister, daughter, granddaughter, niece, dog mom, and friend to so many who are going miss her so deeply. The world lost an amazing person, and her loss is felt by so many who loved her. Rest in peace Emilie, and we will meet again in another life.”

Police Scotland said that the crash took place at around 9.45pm and involved a grey Peugeot 207. The Peugeot driver, a 20-year-old man, was not injured.

Sergeant Calum MacAulay said: “Our thoughts remain with the family of Emilie. They have asked for privacy at what is a very difficult time. Our enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances and anyone who can assist and has not already spoken to officers should call us on 101, quoting incident number 3786 of Friday, 11 October, 2024.”