Man killed in Co Down crash

The two-vehicle crash happened in the Conlig area.

The Bangor Road has since reopened.
Author: Sarah MckinleyPublished 14th Nov 2021

A man in his 40s has been killed after a two car crash in County Down.

The collision happened in the Conlig area in the early hours of Sunday morning.

A silver Skoda taxi and a while Honda motorcycle collided on the Bangor road at around 1.30am.

Sergeant Boyd said: “A man in his 40s died following a two vehicle collision involving a taxi - a silver coloured Skoda Octavia estate - and a white Honda motorcycle, which took place on the Bangor Road at around 1.30am.

“Police attended the scene together with colleagues from Northern Ireland Ambulance Service.

“The man was taken to hospital for treatment for his injuries, but sadly passed away.

“We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or captured dash cam footage, to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 171 of 14/11/21.”

The Bangor Road, which had been closed in both directions, has now re-opened.