PSNI confirm names of couple and unborn baby killed in Co Antrim collision

Ralph and Cathrene Singco who sadly died as result of a road traffic collision in Co Antrim

The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has confirmed the identities of the man, woman and unborn baby who tragically lost their lives following a two-car collision near Nutts Corner, Crumlin, on Sunday afternoon.

The man who died has been named as Ralph Anthony Singco, aged in his 30s. His wife, Cathrene Kith Quiñones Singco, also died as a result of the collision.

Police have further confirmed that Mrs Singco was pregnant at the time, and that her baby, Baby Kate Singco, also sadly died.

The collision occurred on the Moira Road at around 2pm on Sunday, 11 January, and involved a blue Ford Fiesta and a silver Skoda Superb.

Detective Inspector Stewart, from the PSNI’s Collision Investigation Unit, said:

“Sadly, Cathrene was pregnant and her baby also died as a result of the collision. The name of the baby is confirmed as Baby Kate Singco.

“A number of other people sustained minor injuries in the collision, which involved a blue Ford Fiesta and a silver Skoda Superb, which collided on the Moira Road at around 2pm on Sunday.

“Our thoughts are with the family of the couple, who have requested privacy in order to be allowed to grieve the loss of their loved ones at this very sad time.”

Ralph Anthony Singco who sadly died as result of a road traffic collision in Co Antrim

The deaths have prompted an outpouring of sympathy within the local community, with many expressing shock at the loss of a young family in such sudden and tragic circumstances.

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of serious road traffic collisions and the far-reaching impact on families and communities.

Police have confirmed that investigations into the circumstances surrounding the collision are ongoing.

Detective Inspector Stewart added:

“Detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the collision, and we would appeal to anyone who witnessed it, or who may have any dash-cam footage of the road at the time which could assist us, to please contact the Collision Investigation Unit on 101, quoting reference number 735 11/01/26.”

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to come forward.