The family of an American student killed while walking with her two dogs have said she was a “smart, beautiful, courageous” woman.
Emilie Anne Parker, aged 30, from Colorado, following a crash on the B9152 near Aviemore on Friday, 11 October.
Her two husky dogs, Roo and Carver, who were walking with her, also died.
The 30-year-old had moved to Dundee to study social work in July.
In a statement released through Police Scotland, Ms Parker’s family said she would be missed “so deeply” by all who loved her.
A 20-year-old man driving a grey Peugeot involved in the crash near the Granish Junction was not injured.
“Emilie was a smart, beautiful, courageous 30-year-old woman, who was taken from us far too soon. She was a passionate adventurer who loved the outdoors. You could find her with her pups, biking, hiking, rafting, skiing, dog sledding or crafting whenever she wasn’t working or studying.
“She was an amazing sister, daughter, granddaughter, niece, dog mom, and friend to so many who are going miss her so deeply. The world lost an amazing person, and her loss is felt by so many who loved her. Rest in peace Emilie and we will meet again in another life.”
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Police closed the road for 12 hours following the incident.
Sergeant Calum MacAulay said: “Our thoughts remain with the family of Emilie. They have asked for privacy at what is a very difficult time.
“Our enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances and anyone who can assist and has not already spoken to officers should call us on 101, quoting incident number 3786 of Friday, 11 October, 2024.”
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