A tragic incident unfolded near Newtownards in County Down, resulting in the death of a woman in her 60s and injury to eight others after a collision among three vehicles. The event occurred on the Portaferry Road, shortly after 10:20 BST on Friday. According to Insp Cherith Adair, the crash involved a red-colored lorry heading towards Greyabbey, a silver Citroen Berlingo people carrier, and a white Audi A3 car traveling towards Newtownards.
The impact proved fatal for a passenger in the Citroen, who tragically passed away at the scene. The remaining individuals involved, comprising three men, two women, and three children, sustained injuries and were promptly taken to the hospital for medical care. Following the accident, crash investigators spent hours examining the site on the Portaferry Road, causing its closure, although it has since been reopened to traffic.
The community faces a somber reality with the loss of life and injuries sustained in the aftermath of the collision, highlighting the importance of road safety precautions and vigilance while driving. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of accidents on the road, affecting the lives of multiple individuals and their families. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash in an effort to understand what led to the tragic outcome and prevent similar incidents in the future
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