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The man who died after being struck by a car in Newry this morning has been named by police as Shane Cunningham.
The 38 year old was hit by a black Renault Clio on the A2 Warrenpoint Road at around 5am.
Inspector Phil Robinson said, “Shane was struck by a black Renault Clio car as he was on the Warrenpoint Road, Newry at around 5am."
“Our enquiries are continuing and our thoughts are with those impacted by this tragic incident, which occurred approximately two miles from Newry."
“The road has re-opened following the collision and we would appeal to anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have dash-cam footage available to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 445 21/12/19."
A male pedestrian (38) has died after being struck by a Renault Clio on Warrenpoint dual carriageway, Newry this morning at around 5am.
— Police Service NI (@PoliceServiceNI) December 21, 2019
Witnesses or anyone with information can call 101, quoting reference 445 21/12/19.
The road had been closed for a time but has since reopened.
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