Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Bus in Newry

A pedestrian has died in Newry, County Down, after being struck by a vehicle. The incident, which police indicated involved a bus, took place at approximately 16:30 GMT on Tuesday in the Mall area of the city. The man, reported to be in his 30s, passed away at the scene due to the injuries he sustained. The Mall area was closed following the event but has since been reopened. On Wednesday, a Translink spokesperson released a statement: “We can confirm an Ulsterbus was involved in a serious road traffic incident near Newry Buscentre around 16:30 on 17 December.” The spokesperson further stated, “Emergency services and the PSNI attended the scene,” and “Translink is assisting PSNI with their investigation into the incident.” The statement concluded with, “Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy.” Police are requesting that anyone with information come forward.