Man arrested after fatal hit and run in Antrim

By Cillian Sherlock, PA

A man has died and a woman was taken to hospital after being struck by a car in a hit and run collision in Co Antrim.

Another man has been arrested in connection with the incident which occurred in the Ballyeaston Road area of Ballyclare on Friday night.

Detective Chief Inspector O’Loan said: “Shortly before 10:35pm, it was reported that two pedestrians, one male and one female, were struck by a car which failed to stop at the scene.

“The male, aged in his 50s sadly died as a result of his injuries.

“The female, aged in her 40s, was taken to hospital for her injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.

“One male has been arrested in respect of the collision and remains in police custody.”

Alliance Councillor Lewis Boyle said: “This is a deeply shocking and sad event.

“I offer my sincere condolences to the family of the deceased, and I wish the injured woman a full and speedy recovery.

“There is a sense of shock in the wider Ballyclare community upon hearing this tragic news.

“For anyone with any information or who may have witnessed the incident, please come forward and share any information you may have with the police.”

Police are appealing for witnesses to get in touch with case reference number 1771 15/08/25.