07/11/2025

Man Dies Following Single-Vehicle Collision In Magherafelt

A 69-year-old man has died following a fatal road traffic collision in Magherafelt.

Police received a report shortly after 5.50pm on Thursday, 6 November, of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian in the Grange Road area. Officers attended the scene, supported by colleagues from partner emergency services, but the pedestrian was confirmed dead at the scene.

The Grange Road was closed for a period while officers conducted their investigation but has since reopened.
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Detectives from the Collision Investigation Unit are appealing to the public for assistance. They are particularly keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or who may hold digital footage that could assist with their enquiries. This includes dash-cam, mobile phone, or CCTV footage.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1576 of 6/11/25.

Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.

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