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Nadia Breen

Cyclist dies following crash in Portadown

A man has died following a collision in Co Armagh.

PSNI confirmed the man passed away following a road traffic collision at the Gilford Road area of Portadown yesterday evening, Wednesday November 11.

A police spokesperson added: “Shortly after 9:35pm, it was reported that a red Hyundai Tuscon and a cyclist were involved in the incident. The cyclist, who was treated at the scene sadly died as a result of his injuries."

The Gilford Road was closed as officers attended. Police say it has now reopened following the incident.

PSNI say that enquiries are continuing and would appeal to anyone who witnessed the incident or who has dash-cam footage available, to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 1927 11/11/20.

Meanwhile, the A4 dual carriageway remains closed this morning in Dungannon, between Stangmore Roundabout and Granville Road junction and the Granville Road junction and Eglish Road.

This is following an ongoing incident in the early hours of Thursday morning.

Police are advising motorists to seek alternative routes for their journey.

There are also reports in South Belfast that traffic lights at Upper Lisburn Road at Finaghy Cross Road are not working this morning.

Drivers are asked to approach with extra care.

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