POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision on the Doagh Road, Newtownabbey earlier today (Thursday, 4th January).

Constable McArdle said “Shortly before 7:50 am a collision was reported to have occurred in the vicinity of Abbots Cross involving a car and bicycle.

“The cyclist was taken to hospital for treatment to injuries sustained as a result of the incident.

“Police are appealing to anybody who was travelling in this area and witnesses the collision to contact officers at Newtownabbey on 101 quoting reference 179 4/1/18.”