A man has died following a road traffic collision in east Belfast on Saturday.
The one-vehicle incident was reported to PSNI officers at around 10.40pm, when a Mercedes Vito and a pedestrian collided on the Upper Newtownards Road.
Emergency services attended and the pedestrian was taken to hospital for treatment. However, the man sadly died a short time later.
PSNI officers are appealing for information.
Chief Inspector Simpson, of the Collision Investigation Unit said: “Police received a report at approximately 10.40pm on Saturday evening of a collision involving a Mercedes Vito and a pedestrian on the Upper Newtownards Road.
“Our officers attended, alongside our colleagues from partner emergency services. Sadly, the pedestrian was pronounced deceased at hospital a short time later.
“Collision Investigation Unit detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the collision, and would like to hear from witnesses or anyone who may have captured dash-cam or other footage which may assist with our enquiries.
“If you can assist, please contact Collision Investigation Unit on 101, quoting reference 1677 of 29/11/25, or submit information online at http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/“
The Upper Newtownards Road, which was closed for a time, has since re-opened fully.
