A driver who died when his car crashed off the road in Aberdeenshire has been named.

Kieran Ross from Aberdeen suffered fatal injuries in the incident near Braemar shortly before 1.15am on Sunday.

The 30-year-old's Seat Ibiza went off the A93 at Invercauld. The road was shut until 10.45am.

Sergeant David Pirie said: "Our thoughts at this difficult time are with Kieran's family and friends.

"Our investigation to establish the full circumstances is currently ongoing and I would urge anyone who saw Kieran's vehicle prior to the collision to come forward and speak to us."