A man has died as a result of his injuries after becoming trapped under an oil tanker on Thursday afternoon.
The PSNI confirmed the fatality following the incident on the Ballyrobert Road on July 1.
They are appealing for anyone who may have seen the tanker in the area or road users who have dashcam footage to get in contact.
The PSNI said: "Police can confirm that a man has died following an incident on the Ballyrobert Road in Ballyclare this afternoon (Thursday July 1 st )."
Inspector Julian Buchanan continued: “The incident was reported to police at approximately 1.50pm, involving an green and white oil tanker. Tragically, it is believed that the man was trapped under the vehicle and died as a result of his injuries at the scene.
“The Ballyrobert Road remains closed at this time.
“Our enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the death are continuing and I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed a green and white oil tanker in the vicinity of Ballyclare or who has dash-cam footage available, to contact officers at the Collision Investigation Unit on 101 quoting reference number 974 01/07/21.”
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