Pedestrian dies after road collision in east Belfast as police launch investigation

A man has died after a collision with a vehicle in east Belfast.

Police have appealed for information about the incident involving a Mercedes Vito on the Upper Newtownards Road at around 10.40pm on Saturday.

A man has died after a collision with a vehicle in east Belfastplaceholder image
A man has died after a collision with a vehicle in east Belfast

A PSNI spokesperson said: “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 dashcam or other footage which may assist with our inquiries.

“If you can assist, please contact Collision Investigation Unit on 101, quoting reference 1677 of 29/11/25.”

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