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15/04/2024
Three In Hospital After Police Vehicle Collides With Another Vehicle
Two police officers and a civilian remain in hospital following a collision in Newry on Saturday, 13 April.
It is understood that the police officers were travelling in a police vehicle to attend a separate incident at about 7.30pm when they collided with another vehicle on the Fathom Road.
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service and Northern Ireland Ambulance Service attended the collision and administered first aid at the scene.
Inspector Porter said: "I wish both our police officers and member of the public a speedy and full recovery from their injuries.
"Our investigation is now underway to establish exactly what happened. We would appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dash-cam footage to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1581 13/04/24."
It is understood that the police officers were travelling in a police vehicle to attend a separate incident at about 7.30pm when they collided with another vehicle on the Fathom Road.
Inspector Porter said: "I wish both our police officers and member of the public a speedy and full recovery from their injuries.
"Our investigation is now underway to establish exactly what happened. We would appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dash-cam footage to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1581 13/04/24."
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