30/11/2022

Appeal For Information On Serious Collision On Castlewellan Road

The PSNI have issued an appeal for witnesses and information following a serious three-vehicle road traffic collision on the Castlewellan Road outside Clough.

Making the appeal, Inspector MacDonald said: "Police received a report shortly after 4.15pm on Tuesday, 29th November that a collision had occurred between a Kia Picanto, Mini Copper and Renault HGV lorry.

"Officers attended the scene along with our colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, Air Ambulance and Northern Ireland Ambulance Service.

"Three people were taken to hospital for treatment to their injuries. One person remains in a critical condition at this time. The Castlewellan Road has since reopened to traffic.

"Our investigation is now underway to establish the circumstances of the collision. We would appeal to anyone who witnessed what happened or who may have dash-cam footage to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1313 of 29/11/22."

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