23/03/2007

Motorcyclist killed in road traffic collision

A motorcyclist has been killed following a road traffic collision in County Down this morning.

The incident occurred at around 8am near the Millbrook Lodge Hotel on the main Newcastle to Ballynahinch Road.

It is understood the motorcyclist collided with a car close to the Ballymaglave Road junction.

Detectives are appealing for information from anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or was travelling on the Newcastle to Ballynahinch Road.

They can be to contacted at Downpatrick on 0845 600 8000. Alternatively, callers can phone the confidential Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.

(JM/SP)

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