Man in his 60s dies after suspected hit-and-run in Dungiven

The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has confirmed that a man aged in his 60s has died after being seriously injured in Dungiven in the early hours of Sunday, 2 November.

Detective Inspector Gillian Connolly, from the PSNI’s Criminal Investigation Department, said:

“Police received a report at approximately 1.35am that an injured man had been found in the Foreglen Road area.

“Officers attended, alongside our colleagues from partner emergency services. The injured man was taken to hospital for treatment, but sadly died.

“We are continuing to investigate the circumstances, and at this time, we believe that he may have been injured in a hit and run road traffic collision. As part of our enquiries, we would like to hear from witnesses or anyone who may have captured dash-cam or other footage which could assist.”

Detective Inspector Connolly urged anyone who was in the area between 1am and 2am on Sunday morning to come forward.

“Were you in the area between 1am and 2am this morning, Sunday, November 2? Did you see anything that may help with our investigation? If so, please call us on 101, quoting reference 123 of 02/11/25, or submit information online at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.”

The Foreglen Road remains closed while police continue their investigations, and motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.

Police have extended their sympathies to the man’s family and are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.