Man killed in a road collision close to Altnagelvin Hospital in Derry

Over 300 staff members at Altnagelvin Hospital are self-isolating because of coronavirusplaceholder image
Over 300 staff members at Altnagelvin Hospital are self-isolating because of coronavirus

Police appealing for witnesses to the crash this morning

Police are appealing for information following a fatal road traffic collision in Derry this morning.

A man in his 40s died after his motorcycle was struck by a vehicle on the Glenshane Road shortly after 5.30am.

The road has been closed in both directions at Altnagelvin Hospital and will remain closed for some time.

Local diversions are in place and motorists are advised to seek an alternative route where possible.

Officers are appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time, or who may have dashcam footage or any other information to contact police on 101 quoting reference 211 of 22/02/21.

A report can also be made online using thenon-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/

 

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