Three pedestrians have been seriously injured after being hit by a car.

The incident happened on Burn Lane in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, at 2.50pm on Friday.

Three women, aged 40, 54 and 76, were struck by a silver Ford Fiesta which then hit two parked vehicles near the town's train station.

They were taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary in a serious condition.

STV News understands one was critically injured following the crash.

The driver of the car, an 82-year-old man, suffered minor injuries and has been released from hospital.

Officers closed the road for several hours while investigations were carried out.

Sergeant Andrew Meikleham said: "The road was closed for several hours while emergency services attended the scene but has now reopened and we pass on our thanks to road users and local people for their patience during this time.

"Anyone who witnessed the collision or who saw the silver Ford Fiesta beforehand is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101."