A young man has died in hospital after a crash in Lurgan.

The crash involved a Suzuki scrambler and Audi A3 Sport TDI at a roundabout on Lake Street in the town shortly after 3pm on Thursday.

The man, who is in his 20s, was the passenger in the scrambler and was taken to hospital. He later died.

Police are appealing for witnesses.

Inspector Adair, from the Police Service’s Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Police received a report of a collision involving a Suzuki scrambler and Audi A3 Sport TDI at a roundabout in the Lake Street area at around 3.30pm.

“Officers attended, alongside colleagues from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service who provided initial first aid at the scene. The passenger of the scrambler, a man aged in his 20s, was taken to hospital for treatment to life-threatening injuries. Sadly, he later passed away.

“Meanwhile, the driver of the scrambler also required hospital treatment for serious injuries – whilst the driver of the car sustained minor injuries.

“Our investigation is underway, and we are continuing to appeal to anyone who might have any information which might assist, or any dash-cam or other footage, to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 963 15/08/24.”

News Catch Up: Wednesday 14 August