Two men are in a critical condition after a one-vehicle collision in County Down on Friday night, police said.
The crash happened off the Ardglass Road in Downpatrick at about 22:00 BST when a silver BMW struck a stone pillar. The driver and a passenger were taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment.
Emergency services attended the scene and police said inquiries are ongoing. No further details about the ages of those involved or the cause of the collision have been released. Authorities asked anyone who saw the incident or who may have dash-cam footage to come forward to assist enquiries.
The incident occurred in Downpatrick, County Down, a town in Northern Ireland. Police statements did not indicate any road closures or arrests in connection with the crash. Officers continue to examine the scene as part of their investigation.
Police appeals for witnesses are common after serious collisions as investigators seek to establish the circumstances leading to a crash. Members of the public with information or relevant footage were asked to contact police to help with enquiries. No further updates have been provided by emergency services or hospital authorities at this time.