Raven Adams, a 24-year-old woman from Tipperary, lost her life in a hit-and-run collision on York Street in north Belfast early on Thursday, 15 July 2026. The incident highlights the devastating consequences of road traffic collisions and the importance of responsible driving practices.
According to eyewitness accounts, Ms Adams was struck by a vehicle at approximately 02:40 BST, while a 22-year-old male pedestrian sustained serious injuries in the same collision. Emergency services rushed to the scene, where Ms Adams was pronounced dead. The driver, also a 22-year-old man, fled the area but was later apprehended by police in the Cavehill area and is now being held in custody.
Following the incident, several roads in the vicinity were closed to facilitate police work. These closures have since been lifted, allowing traffic to resume in the area. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) is conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision, including reviewing CCTV footage and gathering witness statements.
Assembly Member for North Belfast Phillip Brett has expressed his deepest condolences to Ms Adams' family, friends, and loved ones, acknowledging the profound impact of this tragedy on the community. He also wished the injured man a full recovery and praised the swift response of emergency services who attended the scene.
In light of this incident, Mr Brett appealed for road users to exercise caution and respect the rules of the road. The PSNI's investigation is ongoing, and residents are urged to cooperate with police as they work to establish the facts surrounding this tragic event.