Man arrested after fatal hit-and-run

It happened in Ballyclare on Friday night

A woman in her 40s was also injured in the crash
Author: Tara GriffithsPublished 16th Aug 2025

By Cillian Sherlock, PA

A man has died and a woman was taken to hospital after being struck by a car in a hit-and-run collision.

Another man has been arrested in connection with the incident which occurred in the Ballyeaston Road area of Ballyclare on Friday night.

Detective Chief Inspector O'Loan said: "Shortly before 10.35pm, it was reported that two pedestrians, one male and one female, were struck by a car which failed to stop at the scene.

"The male, aged in his 50s sadly died as a result of his injuries.

"The female, aged in her 40s, was taken to hospital for her injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.

"One male has been arrested in respect of the collision and remains in police custody."

Police are appealing for witnesses to get in touch with case reference number 1771 15/08/25.

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