13/09/2006

Woman dies in County Tyrone collision

Police in County Tyrone have appealed for information following a road traffic collision in which a woman lost her life.

Eileen McKenna, 60, from the Cloughter area, died after being struck by a van in the Main Street area of Clougher at around 10.15am yesterday morning.

Ms McKenna was taken to hospital, however she later died from her injuries.

A total of 87 people have been killed on Northern Ireland's roads so far this year.

Police have asked for anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or who may have any information in relation to it, to contact them on 0845 600 8000, or on the Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.

(EF)

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