Man dies in Co Down road collision

By Rebecca Black, Press Association

A man has died in a road collision on the outskirts of Newtownards.

The man, aged in his 50s, died following the incident on the Kempe Stones Road on Tuesday evening.

Inspector Dave Stewart said the man, who had been a pedestrian, was declared dead at the scene.

“Police received a report at around 6.50pm on Tuesday evening of a collision involving a car and a male pedestrian,” he said.

Officers from the Collision Investigation Unit appeal for information following fatal Newtownards collision. Details here:https://t.co/l57nOqFY07 pic.twitter.com/f5q2Tq21wg

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“Officers attended, supported by colleagues from partner emergency services, however, the pedestrian, a man aged in his 50s, was confirmed dead at the scene.

“We are investigating the circumstances of this collision and are particularly keen to hear from persons who witnessed the incident or hold digital footage which may assist with our inquiries.

“This includes dashcam, mobile, CCTV or other material.  Please contact the Collision Investigation Unit on 101, quoting reference number 1284 10/02/26.”