12/03/2018

Man Dies After Being Hit By Car In Donegal

A man struck by a car in Donegal has died in hospital in Co L'Derry.

The collision happened at Bridgend just before midnight on Saturday, 10 March.

A silver Opel Omega is believed to have been travelling from the direction of L'Derry when it hit two men.

A man, aged in his 20s, was pronounced dead at Altnaglevin Hospital.

It is understood the person who died was from L'Derry.

Another man was also struck by the vehicle, however his injuries are not believed to be serious.

The driver of the car was arrested at the scene.

Gardai are appealing for witnesses to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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