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The PSNI has issued an appeal for information (Niall Carson/PA)
A 54-year-old man died as a result of a road traffic accident in Magherafelt yesterday, police have confirmed.
Tony Wright, who was from the area, was involved in a one vehicle collision on the Grange Road.
The incident occurred shortly before 12.10pm on Sunday.
Inspector Cherith Adair from the Collision Investigation Unit confirmed the PSNI are investigating the cause of the crash.
“Police received a report at around 12.10pm of a serious road traffic collision involving a silver Peugeot partner van on the Grange Road,” said the Inspector.
“Officers attended, alongside colleagues from our partner emergency services.
The PSNI has issued an appeal for information (Niall Carson/PA)
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“The driver sustained serious injuries, and was taken to hospital for treatment, however sadly died a short time later.
“Collision Investigation Unit detectives are continuing to investigate 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 666 of 01/06/25, or make a report online.”