07/04/2016

Man Dies Following Co Down Road Collision

A man has died from injuries he sustained during a two vehicle collision in Co Down.

Scott McNeill, 21, died in hospital, police have confirmed.

The crash happened on the main Ballynahinch to Carryduff Road on Wednesday evening. Emergency services and police attended the scene.

Mr McNeill was receiving treatment at the Royal Victoria Hospital, however he died from his injuries. Another person involved in the accident is in a stable condition.

The road has been re-opened.

Police are appealing for any witnesses to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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