Three Fatalities and Multiple Injuries in County Armagh Road Incident
A devastating multi-vehicle collision in County Armagh has resulted in three deaths and four injuries, according to police reports. The incident occurred on Saturday night along Armagh Road near Moy, in south-east County Tyrone, involving three distinct vehicles: a red BMW, a grey Volkswagen, and a white Audi.
Emergency Response and Casualty Details
Emergency services were swiftly dispatched to the scene, including three rapid response paramedics, seven emergency crews, and one hazardous area response team. Tragically, two men aged 31 and 48, along with a 23-year-old woman, were pronounced dead at the location. Four additional individuals sustained injuries, with three of them currently receiving hospital treatment for their conditions.
Official Statements and Community Reactions
Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) Assistant Chief Constable Davy Beck expressed profound condolences to the affected families, stating, "One can only imagine the real sense of shock and grief that is engulfing these families at this particular time." He confirmed the involvement of the three vehicles and emphasized the ongoing nature of police inquiries.
Local political figures echoed these sentiments of sorrow. Diana Armstrong, the Ulster Unionist party deputy leader and Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA, described it as "a very dark day for families who have been plunged into shock and mourning," offering her deepest sympathies. Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes labeled the event "devastating news," while Social Democratic and Labour party (SDLP) councillor Thomas O’Hanlon noted that "three families and their wider communities have been plunged into deep grief."
Investigation and Road Closures
Authorities have appealed to any witnesses who were in the area at the time of the collision to come forward as investigations continue. The Armagh Road at Moy remains closed to facilitate these inquiries and ensure public safety. The local community has been urged to hold those impacted in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult period.
