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Police advise of A8 road closure after serious RTC

PSNI police car and road closed sign

Emergency services have rushed to the scene of a serious road traffic collision on the A8 on Saturday afternoon, 21st October.


Police have advised that the A8 has been closed following the accident.



A spokesperson for the Police Service of Northern Ireland said:


"Road users are advised that the A8 is currently closed to Larne-bound traffic following a serious RTC after Ballynure village.


"Diversions are in place via Carrickfergus Road, re-joining the A8 at the Shaneshill Road roundabout.


"Further closures may be necessary to facilitate access for emergency services.


"Please avoid the area and seek an alternative route for your journey."



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