Mark Murphy is from the Downpatrick area and was the driver of the lorry
Shortly after 9am on Thursday, February 22, police received a report of a two vehicle collision on the Rathfriland Road. Mark Murphy, who was aged 36 and from the Downpatrick area, was the driver of the lorry involved in the crash.
The Rathfriland Road remains closed as police continue to carry out enquiries, with motorists advised to avoid the area. “Officers attended the scene, together with colleagues from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, and the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service.“The female driver of the bus was taken to hospital for treatment for injuries which at this time are not believed to be life threatening.
“Our investigation is continuing, and we are appealing to anyone who was travelling in the area and has dash-cam footage, to contact the Collision Investigation Unit on 101, and quote reference number 286 of 22/02/24.”
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