PSNI appeal for bus passengers who saw serious multiple-vehicle collision on the M1 motorway

Police have made a specific appeal to bus passengers who may have witnessed a serious multiple-vehicle collision on the M1 motorway to come forward.

​The PSNI have reiterated their appeal for information and witnesses following a serious incident on the M1 on Thursday 23rd January.

Road Policing Sergeant Boyd: said: “Four vehicles were involved in the collision, which occurred on the westbound section of the motorway approaching the Blacks Road junction at around 6.40pm.

“The drivers of the four vehicles were taken to hospital.

Police are appealing for information after a serious four car collision on the M1 motorway last night which left one person in a critical condition.placeholder image
Police are appealing for information after a serious four car collision on the M1 motorway last night which left one person in a critical condition.

"Three have since left hospital after treatment to injuries which are not thought to be serious at this time.

“The other driver remains in hospital; however, thankfully, his condition has improved. “The vehicles involved were a black Audi Q5, a grey Peugeot 207, an orange Dacia Duster and a grey Mercedes A Class.

“We would appeal to anyone who was on the motorway at that time, who witnessed the collision or the events leading up to it, to contact us.

“We’re particularly keen to talk to passengers travelling on Ulsterbus service 261 from Belfast to Enniskillen, which left Grand Central Station at 6.20pm.

"One man on board administered first aid to those involved in the collision.

"A Metro service to Blacks Road Park and Ride was also in the area at the time.

“If you were on board these services, you could help us. Please call officers on 101, quoting reference 1403 of 23/01/25.”

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