Police car damaged in East Belfast crash

Two police officers and a member of the public have been taken to hospital following a crash in East Belfast.

The police car was responding to an emergency report in the city centre when it happened on the Albertbridge Road early this morning.

PSNI Inspector Hakin said, “Shortly after 5.30am, a police patrol vehicle was responding to an emergency report towards Belfast City Centre when a collision occurred with another vehicle in the Templemore Street area.”

“Colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service and Northern Ireland Ambulance Service attended and initial first aid was provided at the scene."

“Two officers were transported to hospital for injuries not believed to be life-threatening. The driver of the car, a man aged in his 50s, sustained serious leg injuries and was also taken to hospital for treatment.”

“I wish both our police officers and member of the public a speedy and full recovery from their injuries.”

“Extensive damage has been caused to both vehicles. Cordons remain in place on the Albertbridge Road at it junctions with Vicarage Street and Templemore Street. Please avoid the area and seek an alternative route.”

“Our investigation is now underway to establish exactly what happened. We would appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dash-cam footage to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 192 26/01/24.”

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