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Orlaith Clinton

Larne crash appeal after bus carrying school children ends up in ditch

Nine children were passengers on a bus which ended up in a ditch after a crash in Larne on Friday.

Police are appealing for witnesses and information following the two-vehicle road traffic collision at the junction of Upper Carneal Road and Ballywillan Road.

The crash between a silver Volkswagen Passat and yellow school bus happened at around 3.15pm this afternoon.

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One of the children received treatment at the scene from colleagues in Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and an adult passenger required hospital treatment.

Inspector Colin Ash said: "We are appealing for witnesses to the collision or anyone who was in the area around the time of the collision who may have dashcam footage to get in touch as soon as possible to assist the investigation.

"Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact police on 101 quoting reference 1252 24/06/2022."

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