Lorry driver dies in Co Tyrone crash

The single vehicle crash happened yesterday morning in Beragh village

PSNI
Author: Chloe StjohnPublished 24th Dec 2024

A lorry driver in his 40's has died in a crash in County Tyrone.

The single vehicle crash happened yesterday morning in the Moylagh Road area of Beragh.

An investigation is underway into the circumstances of the collision.

A PSNI statement said, "Police can confirm that a man aged in his 40s has sadly died following a single vehicle road traffic collision in the Moylagh Road area of Beragh."

Inspector Cherith Adair, from the Collision Investigation Unit, said, “Police received a report shortly after 7.50am on Monday, 23rd December, that a lorry had been involved in a collision."

“Officers attended, alongside our colleagues from partner emergency services. Sadly, the driver of the lorry was pronounced dead at the scene."

"The Moylagh Road, which was closed for a period of time following the collision, has since re-opened."

“Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the circumstances of the collision, and would like to hear from witnesses or anyone who may have captured dash-cam or other footage which could assist with our enquiries. You can call 101 and quote reference 267 of 23/12/24 or report online at http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/."