Opinion

Shock at death of six-year-old boy

The death of a six-year-old boy on a Derry street is a dreadful tragedy which will cause a deep sense of shock.

Donnachadh Maguire was found with significant injuries near his home in Tyrconnell Street yesterday morning but sadly died later in hospital.

Police believe a car was involved in this incident although at this early stage the full details are still unclear.

For the parents of this little boy, this is an unbearable loss and the thoughts and prayers of the entire community will be with them at this time of unimaginable pain and sorrow.