Man dies after car and lorry crash in Co Antrim

By Q Radio News

A man has died after a car and lorry collided in Co Antrim. 

The crash happened on the Carrickfergus Road, close to the Ballylagan Road, in Ballynure this morning.

Emergency crews responded to the report made shortly after 9am however the driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them. 

A PSNI spokesperson said: ''A man has died following a road traffic collision in the Ballyclare area this morning (Monday 11th January). 

''The two-vehicle collision on the Carrickfergus Road, close to the Ballylagan Road, Ballynure, was reported to police at approximately 9:15am, and involved a car and a lorry. 

''Emergency services, including police, responded. 

''Sadly, the male driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene. 

''Police are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision, or who captured it on their dash cam, to call 101 and quote reference number 285 of 11/01/21. 

''Officers remain at the scene this afternoon, conducting their enquiries, and it's envisaged the Ballylagan Road and Carrickfergus Road will both remain closed for some time. 

''There are no further details at this time.''