Gamekeeper David Taylor died after his machine overturned in the Highlands, an inquiry heard
A woman who went looking for her fiancé after he failed to return home in bad weather came across the scene of his fatal accident, an inquiry has heard.
Gamekeeper David Taylor, 27, had been working on an estate near Dulnain Bridge in the Highlands when his quad bike overturned and he was crushed. Christina McInnes, his fiancée and mother of their young son, found him soon after setting out in her search.Sheriff Gary Aitken, who presided over the inquiry, said it was not possible to determine how the accident happened on 18 August 2020 because there were no witnesses.In his determination, the sheriff noted Mr Taylor was an experienced, very cautious quad bike rider, and had become even more careful following the birth of his son.
Mr Aitken said the FAI had heard how Ms McInnes had become concerned after her partner failed to return home as expected due to heavy downpours and thunder.Mr Taylor was highly regarded worker from a generation of gamekeepers. He had also represented Scotland at junior level in clay pigeon shooting. Mr Aitken said: "He was clearly a very conscientious, competent and talented young family man who was very well regarded and respected by his employers.
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