Tree fall tragedy as man dies after being crushed in woodland near Scots farm
A man has died after being crushed by a tree in woodland near a farm in the Borders.
Fire crews were called to the incident near Blackhouse Farm in Eyemouth at around 8.40am on Monday.
Emergency officials told the PA news agency that a man in his 50s sadly passed away following the tragic incident.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service assisted the police and ambulance services, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police Scotland have been asked for further comment.
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