Man killed in collision between car and tractor in Co Derry

Police are appealing for information about the incident in Maghera.
Man killed in collision between car and tractor in Co Derry

By Jonathan McCambridge, PA

A man in his 50s has been killed in a collision between a car and a tractor in Co Derry.

The incident happened in the Moneysharvan Road in Maghera on Thursday.

A PSNI spokesman said: “Police received a report shortly before 4.45pm of a two-vehicle road traffic collision involving a Peugeot 207 and a Fendt tractor.

“Officers attended the scene, along with colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire Service and Northern Ireland Ambulance Service.

“Sadly, the driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene.

“The Moneysharvan Road has since reopened to traffic.

“We are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision, or captured what occurred on their dashcam, to get in touch with the Collision Investigation Unit by calling 101, quoting reference number 1356 of 01/12/22.”

More in this section

Alleged squatter granted anonymity and disputes 'no right' to be in property Alleged squatter granted anonymity and disputes 'no right' to be in property
Youngsters the focus as Sturgeon hits campaign trail ahead of by-election Nicola Sturgeon to deliver keynote lecture in Ireland next week
US College basketball player jailed after Dublin Airport drugs haul US College basketball player jailed after Dublin Airport drugs haul

Sponsored Content

The power of the G licence The power of the G licence
Happy couple receiving new house keys from real estate agent Time to get to grips with changes in rental laws
Boatbuilder turned engineer proves alternative paths can lead to success Boatbuilder turned engineer proves alternative paths can lead to success
Contact Us Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited

Add Echolive.ie to your home screen - easy access to Cork news, views, sport and more