20/02/2017

Man Dies In Motorcycle Collision Near Lisburn

A 27-year-old man has died after a crash involving two off-road motorcycles near Lisburn.

Ryan Phillips, aged 27, was killed in the collision which happened in a laneway close to the Park and Ride facility at Sprucefield at around 7pm on Sunday, 20 February.

An 18-year-old man was also treated in hospital, however his injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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