21/11/2025

Police Appeal After Fatal Collision In Coleraine

A man has died after a two-vehicle road traffic collision on the Windyhill Road, between Limavady and Coleraine.

The crash happened on Thursday, 20 November, shortly after 9.45am.

The crash involved a lorry and a white Peugeot Partner van.
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Chief Inspector Celeste Simpson, from the Collision Investigation Unit, said: "Our officers attended, along with our colleagues from partner emergency services. Sadly, however, the driver of the van, was confirmed deceased at the scene.

"Collision Investigation Unit detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances of this collision. We are particularly keen to hear from persons who witnessed the collision or captured dash-cam footage which may assist with our enquiries. If you can assist please contact the Collision Investigation Unit on 101, quoting reference number 381 20/11/25."

The Windyhill Road has since reopened.

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