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27/09/2013
Ten Injured In Multi-Vehicle Road Crash In West Belfast
Ten people have been injured, three of them believed to be serious, following a multi-vehicle crash in west Belfast.
At least five vehicles - two of them taxis - were involved in the accident on the Falls Road.
Beechmount Avenue is currently closed and police are advising people to avoid the area.
SDLP Councillor Colin Keenan said: "I was shocked to hear of the multi-vehicle crash on Beechmount Avenue this morning. This must have been a frightening experience for the people involved.
"Mercifully no-one has lost their life during this accident but I understand 12 people have been injured, three of them quite seriously.
"I wish all those involved a speedy recovery. This accident reminds us of the dangers of the road and how we need to exercise caution at all times.
"I want to commend emergency services for their swift and professional response to this incident."
(CD/JP)
At least five vehicles - two of them taxis - were involved in the accident on the Falls Road.
Beechmount Avenue is currently closed and police are advising people to avoid the area.
SDLP Councillor Colin Keenan said: "I was shocked to hear of the multi-vehicle crash on Beechmount Avenue this morning. This must have been a frightening experience for the people involved.
"Mercifully no-one has lost their life during this accident but I understand 12 people have been injured, three of them quite seriously.
"I wish all those involved a speedy recovery. This accident reminds us of the dangers of the road and how we need to exercise caution at all times.
"I want to commend emergency services for their swift and professional response to this incident."
(CD/JP)
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