Two tragic accidents occurred in County Down, resulting in the deaths of two young individuals. The first incident involved a collision between a car and a pedestrian on the West Circular Road in Bangor, where 16-year-old Jaidyn Rice, a resident of Bangor, lost her life after being struck by the vehicle. The second collision took place in the Strand area of Portaferry, where a young boy passed away following an accident between a red Skoda Fabia car and a scooter.

Authorities are actively probing the details of the Bangor crash and are seeking information from witnesses or individuals who may have footage that could aid in their investigation. Louise Spence, the manager of North Down Community Network, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Jaidyn Rice, describing her as a “remarkable young woman” and highlighting her positive impact within the community. Additionally, local DUP MLA Stephen Dunne expressed his profound shock and sadness at the tragic news, extending his condolences to Jaidyn’s family and friends during this difficult time.

The devastating incident has left the entire community in mourning, as mentioned by Independent North Down MP Alex Easton, who offered his support to Jaidyn Rice’s loved ones. Despite the heartbreaking loss, he assured them that they were not alone in their grief and emphasized the community’s solidarity and compassion. In Portaferry, the young boy involved in the collision was hospitalized but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. A 51-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident and is currently in police custody, with the Strand area remaining closed to traffic as investigations continue.

Both tragedies have deeply impacted the residents of County Down, prompting an outpouring of support and condolences for the families and friends of the young victims. The loss of Jaidyn Rice and the unnamed young boy serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of coming together to comfort and uplift one another in times of immense grief and sorrow

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