POLICE IN NORTHERN Ireland have arrested a man as they investigate a reported hit-and-run traffic collision at the Glenravel Road area of Martinstown, Co Antrim yesterday.

At around 8:55pm yesterday, it was reported to the PSNI that a woman in her 30s had been struck by a vehicle as she was walking. She has been taken to hospital for injuries that are “described as potentially life changing”.

PSNI Sergeant Rowntree said of the incident, “A white Peugeot Professional van was located by members of the public with frontal damage nearby, but left the scene on arrival by police.

“The van was later recovered and a 25 year old man was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of related offences. He remains in police custody at this time.

“Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and police would appeal to anyone with any information to contact them on 101, quoting reference number 1715 26/10/24.

“Alternatively, information can be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers, who guarantee complete anonymity, on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org .”