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Irish Post
3 days ago
- Irish Post
Boy dies in hospital following collision between car and scooter
A YOUNG boy has died after being involved in a collision with a car while riding his scooter in Co. Down. The PSNI has confirmed that the boy, aged 12, was involved in a hit-and-run in the Strand area of Portaferry on Tuesday, July 8. He was taken to hospital for treatment, where he later died. 'Shortly after 11pm, it was reported that a red Skoda Fabia and a scooter were involved in the collision,' the PSNI's Collision Investigation Unit Inspector Cherith Adair said. ' A young boy, who was riding the scooter, was taken to hospital but sadly died as a result of his injuries,' she added. 'One man aged 51 years old was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of related offences. He remains in police custody at this time.' Police have urged any witnesses to come forward. 'Enquiries are continuing, and anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dashcam or other footage which could assist with our investigation, is asked to contact Collision Investigation Unit detectives via 101, quoting reference number 1788 08/07/25,' Insp Adair said. See More: Collision, Down, Portaferry, Scooter
The Journal
3 days ago
- The Journal
Young boy who was riding a scooter dies after hit-and-run by car driver in Co Down
A CHILD HAS died in a hit-and-run in Co Down after he was knocked down while riding a scooter. The Police Service of Northern Ireland has confirmed that a young boy died after the hit-and-run in the Strand area of Portaferry yesterday evening. Advertisement A 51-year-old man has been arrested and is in PSNI custody. Collision Investigation Unit Inspector Cherith Adair said: 'Shortly after 11pm, it was reported that a red Skoda Fabia and a scooter were involved in the collision. A young boy, who was riding the scooter, was taken to hospital but sadly died as a result of his injuries. 'One man aged 51 years old was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of related offences. He remains in police custody at this time,' Adair said. The PSNI is investigating the matter and is appealing for any witnesses to contact its Collision Investigation Unit detectives via 101, quoting reference number 1788 08/07/25. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Man arrested after 'young boy' killed horror collision
A man has been arrested after a young boy was killed in a road traffic collision in Co. Down. At around 11pm on Tuesday, PSNI officers and emergency services were dispatched to the scene of a collision between a red Skoda Fabia and a scooter in the Strand area of Portaferry in Co. Down on Tuesday. A young boy, who was riding the scooter, was taken to hospital but died as a result of his injuries. One man aged 51 years old was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of related offences. He remains in police custody at this time. The PSNI confirmed that The Strand remains closed at this time, as they appeal for witnesses after the incident. Collision Investigation Unit Inspector Cherith Adair said: 'The Strand remains closed to traffic at this time. 'Enquiries are continuing, and anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dashcam or other footage which could assist with our investigation, is asked to contact Collision Investigation Unit detectives via 101, quoting reference number 1788 08/07/25.'
Sunday World
3 days ago
- Sunday World
Young boy dies after hit-and-run crash between car and scooter in Co Down
A 51-year-old man has been arrested A young boy has died following a hit-and-run crash between a car and a scooter in Co Down, police have confirmed. The collision occurred in the Strand area of Portaferry on Tuesday July 8. Collision Investigation Unit Inspector Cherith Adair said: 'Shortly after 11pm, it was reported that a red Skoda Fabia and a scooter were involved in the collision. A young boy, who was riding the scooter, was taken to hospital but sadly died as a result of his injuries. 'One man aged 51 years old was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of related offences. He remains in police custody at this time. 'The Strand remains closed to traffic at this time. 'Enquiries are continuing, and anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dashcam or other footage which could assist with our investigation, is asked to contact Collision Investigation Unit detectives via 101, quoting reference number 1788 08/07/25.' Stock image Today's News in 90 Seconds - July 9th
Irish Examiner
3 days ago
- Irish Examiner
Gardaí at scene of three vehicle collision in Meath
Gardaí are at the scene after two cars collided with a bus in Co Meath on Wednesday afternoon. The collision took place on Frederick Street in Ashbourne shortly after 3.25pm. Gardaí told the Irish Examiner that at time of writing there were not believed to be any injuries stemming from the incident, which is believed to have involved a taxi. Meanwhile, a young boy has died following a hit-and-run incident in Co Down, police said. The collision in the Strand area of Portaferry occurred shortly after 11pm on Tuesday. Inspector Cherith Adair said: 'It was reported that a red Skoda Fabia and a scooter were involved in the collision. 'A young boy, who was riding the scooter, was taken to hospital but sadly died as a result of his injuries. 'One man aged 51-years-old was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of related offences. He remains in police custody at this time. Read More Boy dies following Portaferry hit-and-run
