18/08/2003

Police investigate death of man struck by car

A 28-year-old man has died after being struck by a car in Co Down.

The incident occurred on the Thornhill Drive in Dromore at around 11pm on Sunday night.

A woman was subsequently arrested and is helping police with their enquiries.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to contact police in Banbridge on 028 4066 2222.

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