Derry police renew appeal over suspected hit and run as man in 60s in hospital

Speaking on Sunday, PSNI Chief Inspector Moyne said: “Police received a report just after 8.30am on Sunday morning, November 26 that a man, aged in his 60s, had been taken to hospital shortly before 5.15am with significant injuries.“We believe the man was potentially hit by a vehicle that failed to remain at the scene in the Fergleen Park area.“Initial medical treatment was provided and the man was transported to hospital by our colleagues from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service. His condition remains critical at this time.”“A number of cordons were erected in the Fergleen Park area for several hours on Sunday as PSNI officers carried out ‘enquiries into exactly what happened and identify the vehicle involved’.

Renewing their appeal on Sunday evening, police confirmed: “Road users are advised Fergleen Park has now fully reopened following a suspected hit-and-run road traffic collision this morning.

"We continue to appeal for information and witnesses.”

“We would ask anyone who was travelling in the Fergleen Park area between 4.30am and 5am on Sunday morning, to review any dash-cam footage they may have captured and call us on 101 with any information they have. The reference number is 505 26/11/23.”A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org