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Tragic Pile-Up Claims Three Lives in County Tyrone
22 Feb
Summary
- Three people died, including a 23-year-old woman and two men.
- The collision involved a red BMW, grey Volkswagen, and white Audi.
- The Armagh Road near Moy remains closed following the incident.
A severe three-car collision occurred late Saturday night on the Armagh Road in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, resulting in a tragic loss of life and injuries. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene near Moy following the incident, which has been described as a 'very dark day'.
Three individuals—a 23-year-old woman and two men, aged 31 and 48—were pronounced deceased at the scene. Four other people sustained injuries, with three of them continuing to receive medical treatment in hospital as of Sunday.
The collision involved three specific vehicles: a red BMW, a grey Volkswagen, and a white Audi. Local representatives, including Fermanagh & South Tyrone MLA Diana Armstrong, expressed deep shock and extended condolences to the bereaved families, highlighting the profound impact on the community.
Assistant Chief Constable Davy Beck confirmed details of the vehicles involved. The PSNI is actively investigating the cause of the crash and is appealing to the public for any information, especially dashcam footage from individuals who were in the vicinity at the time. The Armagh Road in Moy continues to be closed as the investigation progresses.
