The Fatal Accident Investigation (FAI) has opened an investigation into a tragic train derailment near Stonehaven in which three people died.
The case began at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Monday, with the victim’s family saying their loved ones had been “robbed” of their future.
The incident, which occurred in Camont on August 12, 2020, claimed the lives of train driver Brett McCullough, 45; conductor Donald Dinney, 58; and passenger Christopher Stuckberry, 62.
Six other people were injured in the catastrophic incident.
As the FAI was launched, Alex Prentice KC, Crown Counsel leading the inquiry, read out eulogies from the family.
Diane Stutchbury (centre) said her future with husband Christopher, who was killed in the accident, was denied her (Andrew Milligan/PA)
He read out part of a statement written by Mr Stuchbury’s wife, Diane Stuchbury, who told the court her husband died on their anniversary.
Her statement read: “Every day with Chris is a gift.
“He was the most loving, kind, wise and loyal man you could ever hope to meet.
“August 12 used to be a special day in our family: the day we got married.”
Mrs Starchbury said the accident that claimed her husband’s life “should never have happened”, adding that they had “been deprived of a future together as husband and wife”.
Mr Deeney’s family said in a statement: “He was loved and adored by all his family and friends.
“He will be forever missed.”
