Policewoman Killed In Londonderry Crash Named

A 27-year-old policewoman has died in a road crash involving a suspected stolen car.

The officer was travelling in a police car on routine patrol at the time of the smash in Londonderry.

Two other officers in the patrol car were hurt in the crash, which happened at around 3.40am on Saturday morning, but their injuries are not life-threatening.

Police are hunting for two males who fled the scene on the Limavady Road in the direction of the Ebrington area of the city.

The Limavady Road remained closed at its junction with Glendermott Road and Clooney Terrace while investigations are carried out.

The Northern Ireland Police Ombudsman’s office has been informed.

Police are appealing for witnesses.

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