Motorcyclist in critical condition following collision with van in Derry

By Cate McCurry, PA

A motorcyclist is in critical condition after he was involved in a collision with a van in Co Derry, the PSNI has said.

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following the crash in Dungiven.

The incident happened shortly before 3pm on Friday in the Legavallon Road area.

A PSNI inspector said: “Officers attended, alongside colleagues from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and Northern Ireland Air Ambulance.

“One man was taken to hospital for treatment. He remains in a critical condition at this time.

“We would ask anyone who was travelling in the area to review dash-cam footage or any other relevant footage they may have captured and call us on 101 with any information.”

A report can be made using the online reporting form or information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org