A tragic incident occurred in Newry, Northern Ireland, where a five-year-old girl lost her life after a collision with a van. The collision involving a black Ford Tourneo van and the child took place in the Springfarm Heights area. The young girl was rushed to the hospital but unfortunately succumbed to her injuries.
Following the incident, a 40-year-old woman, the driver of the van, was arrested at the scene. Detective Inspector Stewart from the Police Service’s Collision Investigation Unit confirmed the arrest and stated that the driver remains in custody as investigations into the collision continue. As a result of the tragic event, the Carnagat Road remains closed at its junctions with Springfarm Heights and Stony Hill.
Authorities are urging any witnesses or individuals with potential footage of the incident to come forward and assist in the ongoing inquiries. Those with information can contact the PSNI at 101, quoting reference 1552 21/06/26, or submit information online through the provided link.
