Police arrest two after motorist in his 60s dies in Co Down road crash
A MOTORIST in his 60s has died following a crash on the outskirts of Ballygowan in Co Down.
The accident happened on Wednesday night on the Comber Road.
Inspector Jonny Francey said: “Police received a report of a road traffic collision on the Comber Road involving a black BMW and a silver-coloured Proton Persona.
“Neither of the vehicles were carrying any passengers.
“The driver of the Proton, aged in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The 22-yearold driver of the black BMW sustained minor injuries.
“He was subsequently arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
“He has since been released on bail, pending further police enquiries.
Police located a third vehicle — a black Volkswagen Golf — close to the scene which they suspect may also have been involved in the incident.
The driver of the Golf, a 20-year-old woman, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. She remained in police custody last night.
Inspector Francey appealed for motorists who witnessed the crash to come forward. The number of people killed on Northern Ireland roads this year
“Anyone with information that they believe could assist our investigation is asked to call the police in Bangor’s collision investigation unit on the non-emergency 101 number,” he said.
Strangford Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong offered condolences to the family of the man who was killed.
“I’m sorry to hear that a gentleman has died following the crash on the Comber Road outside Ballygowan last night,” Mrs Armstrong said. “It’s awful news and I would like to extend my sympathy to his family and friends at this sad time.”
The identity of the driver who died has not yet been released by the authorities.
The crash brings to 20 the number of people who have been killed on Northern Ireland’s roads so far this year.