Police at Strand Road appeal six year old boy dies in hospital after collision in Derry this morning
POLICE have confirmed that officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a young child in the Tyrconnell Street area of Derry this morning, Tuesday 11 July.
Shortly before 10.30am six year old Donnacadh Maguire was found significantly injured in the road.
He was taken to Altnagelvin Hospital where he subsequently passed away.
One man has since been arrested and remains in custody at Strand Road police station assisting police with their inquiries.
Inspector O’Brien said: “While it is possible that Donnacadh’s injuries were sustained as the result of a collision with a vehicle, we are working to establish exactly what happened and we are keen to speak to witnesses.
“I would ask anyone who was on Tyrconnell Street this morning between 10am and 10.30am to please get in touch with officers in Strand Road.
“Or contact the Collision Investigation Unit by calling 101, quoting reference number 390 of 11/07/17.
Tyrconnell Street remains closed at this time.
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