The PSNI has issued an appeal for information following a serious collision on the Killinchy Road in Comber on Monday evening.

The crash, involving a red Ibiza Toca and a grey Toyota RAV4, occurred at approximately 7.45pm. Emergency services attended the scene and treated several people before they were taken to hospital.

A passenger in one of the vehicles, a woman in her 70s, is currently described as being in a critical condition. Others involved sustained serious injuries, though police say these are not believed to be life-threatening.

A 36-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of driving-related offences and is currently in police custody.

Inspector Edgar said: "A report was received at approximately 7.45pm on Monday evening, 2nd February of a collision involving a red Ibiza Toca and grey Toyota RAV4. "Officers attended, alongside colleagues from other emergency services. Medical attention was provided at the scene – and the occupants of both vehicles were transported to hospital for treatment to their injuries.

"A woman aged in her 70s, who was a passenger in one of the vehicles, is described as being in a critical condition at this time. Other injuries are reported as being serious, but not life-threatening.

"Meanwhile, a driver of one of the vehicles, a 36-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of driving-related offences and remains in custody at this time.

"The road which was closed for a time to facilitate emergency services access, has now fully reopened to road users.

"Our investigation is underway, with enquiries ongoing. Anyone with information about what happened, or who has dash-cam or mobile phone footage of the collision can contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1476 02/02/26."

The Killinchy Road was closed for a period to allow emergency crews to work but has since fully reopened to traffic.