Teen suffers "life-threatening" injuries after quad bike crash

A 14-year-old boy has been taken to hospital for "life-threatening injuries" following a crash involving a quad bike in County Londonderry, says police.

The one vehicle collision happened yesterday (Tuesday) at the Ballygudden Road area of Eglington shortly before 11:30am.

Sergeant Irwin said: “Shortly before 11:30am, it was reported that a quad bike was involved in the incident. It was reported that a 14-year-old boy, who was riding the quad bike was taken to hospital for injuries described as life-threatening following the incident. The road, which was closed, reopened following the collision.

“Enquiries are continuing and police would appeal to anyone with any information, or who may have dashcam footage available, to contact them on 101 quoting reference number 675 25/06/24.”

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