Man found dead in Lanarkshire street after suspected road accident An unidentified man has been found dead in the street after he was hit by a car, police believe. The body of the young man was found in Blackwood, Lanarkshire, on the B7078 on Monday morning. He is thought to be in his 20s and police say they believe he may have been hit by a vehicle in the early hours of the morning. Officers are now appealing for information and are asking members of the public to come forward with any information. A Police Scotland spokeswoman said it was not being treated as a hit and run and added: "At this time it would appear that he was struck by a vehicle. We are trying to establish the circumstances of the incident and his identity. The B7078 was closed between Canderside Toll and Kirkmuirhill while police investigations continue. Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101.