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Tragic Road Collision Claims Young Life in Omagh
3 Feb
Summary
- Cameron Donnelly died following a collision with a lorry.
- The incident occurred on the Donaghanie Road near Omagh.
- Community groups have shared heartfelt tributes to Mr. Donnelly.
A tragic road collision on the Donaghanie Road near Omagh has resulted in the death of a young industrial worker. The incident, which involved a lorry, occurred on Monday, February 2, at approximately 10:20 AM. The victim has been locally identified as Cameron Donnelly from Drumquin. Emergency services, including police and ambulance crews, responded to the scene. Sadly, Mr. Donnelly was pronounced dead at the location.
Friends, family, and the wider community have shared profound sadness and offered heartfelt tributes to Cameron Donnelly. Drumquin GAA club expressed its deepest sympathies and suspended all club activities in his memory. A community Facebook group, Drumquin Through The Year, also conveyed condolences to his parents, siblings, and extended family, noting his departure in the "bloom of youth."
The Donaghanie Road remained closed into Tuesday morning, February 3, as police conducted their investigation. Chief Inspector Simpson appealed for witnesses or anyone with digital footage of the collision to come forward. The Health and Safety Executive was also in attendance at the scene. The collision occurred on February 2, and police are continuing their inquiries, referencing incident number 410.
