30/04/2007

26-year-old found unconscious on Ormeau Road

A 26-year-old man, who was found unconscious in south Belfast in the early hours of Sunday morning, may have been hit by a car, according to police.

The man was found on the Ormeau Road, close to the Ormeau Bridge, by a taxi driver who was passing shortly after 3:45am.

It is understood he was taken to hospital and his condition is said to be stable.

Detectives are appealing for anyone who may have been in the area or has any information to contact them on: 0845 600 8000 or alternatively on the confidential Crimestoppers line on: 0800 555 111.

(JM/KMcA)

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