An 11-year-old boy has died following a road traffic collision in Kilkeel today (Tuesday).
Detective Inspector Stewart from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Collision Investigation Unit said: “Police received a report at approximately 8am of a collision involving a car and a child on the Corcreaghan Road.
“Officers attended, alongside our colleagues from partner emergency services. Tragically, the young boy was pronounced deceased a short time later in hospital.
“Detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the collision, and would like to hear from witnesses or anyone who may have captured dash-cam or other footage which could assist with our enquiries.
“Please call us on 101, quoting reference 242 03/02/26, or submit information online at http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
