Detectives to Conduct Scene Testing After Fatal Road Collision in Portaferry

TL;DR: Detectives from the PSNI Collision Investigation Unit will carry out scene testing in Portaferry on Wednesday 3rd September as part of their investigation into a fatal hit-and-run that claimed the life of a young boy in July.

Police to Revisit Portaferry Collision Site

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Collision Investigation Unit are set to return to the scene of a fatal road traffic collision in Portaferry.

The testing will take place on Wednesday 3rd September from 9pm onwards in the Strand area. Road closures will be in effect at:

• The junction between the Strand and Castle Street
• Lough Shore Road

Police have thanked the public and local residents for their patience as the testing is carried out.

Background to the Investigation

The scene testing forms part of the ongoing investigation into the hit-and-run collision on Tuesday 8th July, which tragically claimed the life of a young boy riding a scooter.

Detectives are working to piece together the circumstances of the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Road Users and Residents Advised

Local residents and road users should expect some disruption in the area during the evening of 3rd September. Police are asking drivers to follow diversions and plan ahead.

This additional scene testing is a crucial step in the investigation into the Portaferry fatal road collision. Police continue to appeal for any witnesses or individuals with dashcam footage from the area on the night of the collision to assist with their enquiries.