Child critically ill after road crash in Co Armagh
A woman in her 30s were arrested on suspicion of being unfit to drive through drink or drugs.
A child is critically ill in hospital after a road crash in Co Armagh.
Three children were injured in the incident on Cusher Road in Markethill on Saturday.
A woman, in her 30s, was arrested on suspicion of driving while unfit through drink or drugs.
A police spokesperson said emergency services attended after a report of a crash involving two cars, one of which was towing a caravan, at about 1.20pm
“Three children were taken to hospital for treatment for their injuries,” they said.
“Two of the children sustained minor injuries as a result of the collision, whilst the third remains in a critical condition in hospital at this time.
“One woman aged in her 30s was subsequently arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm, and driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs.
“She remains in police custody at this time, assisting with inquiries.”
Police have appealed to anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has footage to contact officers on 101, quoting reference number 715 of 31/10/26.