Pedestrian hospitalised as police arrest man over north Belfast hit-and-run
A hit-and-run on Glandore Avenue, north Belfast, around 6:10pm on Monday left a pedestrian injured and triggered a police investigation. A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm and remains in custody. The pedestrian, a man in his 50s, was taken to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening. Police are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage, and have urged motorists to avoid the area. Emergency services, including the air ambulance, were involved at the scene. The incident follows a separate fatal hit-and-run in the area last week, underscoring ongoing concerns about road safety.
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“Pedestrian in hospital after report of 'hit and run' in Belfast”Belfast Live · Jul 20, 2026
