30/08/2022

Man Dies In Road Traffic Collision In Newry

A man, aged in his 60s, has died in a road traffic crash in Newry on Monday.

The collision happened on Kildare Street.

Sergeant McIvor from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Collision Investigation Unit said: "Police received a report shortly before 4pm that a male had been struck by a lorry close to traffic lights in the area. Sadly, the male died at the scene as a result of his injuries.

"We are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision, or who may have any dash-cam footage or information which could assist officers with their enquiries, to contact the Collision Investigation Unit on 101, and quote reference number 1350 of 29/08/22."

The road has since been reopened.

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