UPDATE: A critical road closure is now in effect in Castlereagh as police conduct urgent scene testing following a tragic pedestrian fatality. The incident occurred on September 27, 2025, shortly after 11:00 PM, when a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Ballygowan Road.
Authorities from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) have announced that Ballygowan Road will be closed between 10:00 PM on January 4, 2025, and 2:30 AM on January 5, 2025. This closure affects the section between the junctions of Glenview Park and Glen Road. Local residents will be accommodated, but motorists are urged to seek alternative routes during this time.
A PSNI spokesperson stated,
“Road users are advised that a section of Ballygowan Road will be closed as officers from the Collision Investigation Unit carry out scene testing following a fatal road traffic collision.”
This investigation is crucial as it aims to gather evidence and ensure justice for the victim and their family. The local community is deeply affected by this incident, highlighting the urgent need for road safety measures in the area.
Residents and road users are asked to remain patient as police work to complete their investigation. The PSNI has committed to keeping the public updated on any further developments.
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