Lisnaskea: father of five killed in road crash

A lorry driver has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving

Daniel Lavelle, who has died following a two-vehicle crash in Lisnaskea
Author: Nigel GouldPublished 26th Sep 2024

A man has been killed in a road crash in Co Fermanagh.

Daniel Lavelle (40) was from the Donagh area.

Police said his car was in collision with a lorry in Lisnaskea yesterday (Wednesday) evening.

The driver of the lorry has been arrested.

Roads Inspector Cherith Adair from the PSNI Collision Investigation Unit said: “Police received a report at approximately 5.30pm of a collision involving a lorry and car on the Crom Road.

“Officers attended, alongside our colleagues from other emergency services. Sadly, the driver of the car, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

“He was married father-of-five, Daniel Lavelle, who was aged 40, and from the Donagh area.

“The driver of the lorry, a 48-year-old man, has subsequently been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He remains in custody at this time.

“My 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.

“Please call on 101, quoting reference 1337 25/09/24, or submit information online at http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/

“The Crom Road remains closed this morning and motorists are advised to seek an alternative route for your journey.”