A motorcyclist suffered serious chest injuries after an accident on the Mountain Mile this morning.
Police are appealing for witnesses following the collision.
Constable Steve Tate said: ‘I am looking to trace the driver of a small hatchback-sized car, either red or burgundy in colour, which was on the Mountain Mile around 9am today. If the driver could contact myself, or anyone from the roads policing unit on 631212 I would very much like to speak with them.’
The motorcyclist is being treated at Noble’s Hospital.
Meanwhile, police are reinforcing some key road safety messages.
Inspector Derek Flint said: ‘The first reminder we need to issue is that the Mountain Road is one way.
‘Unbelievably, we have had a couple of vehicles enter the one way system against the traffic at the Creg-ny-Baa. Fortunately this was without incident, but people need to make sure they aren’t turning onto the one way system at any of the entry points.
‘The other key message is “mirrors, mirrors, mirrors”. Bikes and cars can arrive behind you in seconds, and making sure you are positioned properly, and only commencing manoeuvres when you are absolutely sure it is clear behind, makes a real difference.
‘Above all, adhering to those key messages to respect our roads and know your limits, are the best bits of advice available to keep you and others safe.’
