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Three killed and six injured in rally tragedy

Three fans died and six were reportedly seriously injured following two crashes at the Jim Clark Rally in the Scottish Borders in June, 2014. As investigations continue, it has been confirmed that the rally will not be held in 2015.

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Jim Clark rally: Public safety is 'paramount'

Following the three deaths at the Jim Clark rally, some people are now questioning spectator safety.

Two other men were also injured watching the rally a few hours before the fatal second incident.

Scottish Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill and Lord Advocate Frank Mulholland, the top prosecutor, received a briefing from police investigating the crashes in nearby Kelso yesterday (2nd June).

Chief Superintendant Gill Imery, Police Scotland, says that despite the popularity of the Jim Clark rally, the future of the event could be put on hold if there are doubts about public safety.

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