Three children hospitalised after Markethill crash
Emergency services called to scene after caravan flips
Four people - three of them understood to be children - were taken to Craigavon Area Hospital following a serious collision involving a caravan on the Cusher Road, Markethill, yesterday (Saturday, October 31).
The emergency services were called to the scene at 1.20pm, leading to a temporary road closure while police and paramedics attended the incident.
A PSNI spokesperson said on Saturday: "Road users are advised to avoid the Cusher Road, Markethill, as police and emergency services are currently in attendance at a serious road traffic collision.
"Please seek an alternative route where possible. An update will follow in due course."
A spokesperson for the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service confirmed two emergency crews had been dispatched to the scene following a 999 call at 1.20pm, and four patients were treated at the scene before being transported to hospital.
Newry and Armagh MLA Gareth Wilson said, “This was clearly a very concerning accident and especially so with young children involved.
“I wish everyone involved in this road traffic collision well in their recovery.
“This is a fast stretch of road and has been the scene of a number of very serious accidents and indeed very tragic deaths due to vehicle collisions and it is so vital that everyone drives with the utmost care right across our road network in Northern Ireland.”
Local Councillor Keith Ratcliffe expressed his shock at the incident, “Thinking of everyone involved in the serious road collision near Markethill.
“I sincerely hope everyone is okay and that those injured make a full and speedy recovery.
“My thoughts are with all the families affected and with the emergency services attending the scene. Please stay safe everyone”