Emergency services responded to a workplace incident on the Ballygowan Road in Crossnacreevy, County Down, on Friday that resulted in the deaths of two men.
Joseph Hobbs, aged 23 from Comber, and Mark Glover, aged 38 from Ballygowan, both received medical attention at the scene but were pronounced dead. The incident occurred at approximately 10:45 BST on Friday.
Police stated that their sympathies extended to all those affected by what they described as a tragic occurrence. Investigators indicated they would maintain their collaboration with Northern Ireland's Health and Safety Executive (HSENI) as the inquiry progresses.
Tributes from political representatives
Democratic Unionist Party MP Gavin Robinson expressed his condolences on social media, directing his thoughts toward the families and loved ones of the deceased men during what he characterised as a devastating period. Alliance Party MLA Peter McReynolds similarly described the incident as deeply distressing, extending his sympathies to both the bereaved families and the emergency service personnel who attended the scene.
Key Facts
- The incident took place on the Ballygowan Road in Crossnacreevy at approximately 10:45 BST on Friday
- Joseph Hobbs (23) from Comber and Mark Glover (38) from Ballygowan were pronounced dead at the scene
- Police are continuing their investigation in cooperation with the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland
