Pedestrian suffers 'life-changing' injuries during collision in north Belfast

A 29 year old woman driver was arrested at the scene.

PSNI
Author: Sasha WyliePublished 22nd Apr 2018

The man who was walking on the Ballysillan Road, north Belfast, was knocked down around 3.15am on Sunday.

He suffered severe head and facial injuries which are believed to be life-changing, but not life-threatening at this time.

The 29 year old woman driver was arrested at the scene and is currently in custody helping police with their enquiries.

Inspector James Murphy said: “Officers attended the scene along with other members of the emergency services.

“A 29 year old female driver was arrested at the scene. She is currently in custody, helping us with our enquiries.

“We would appeal for anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have captured footage on dashcam to contact officers on 101 quoting reference number 288 of 22/4/18.”

The Ballysillan Road has now been reopened.