Newry: Man who died after being hit by lorry brought ‘joy’ to community

Newry and Armagh MP, D?ire Hughes, said he was "devastated" to hear about the man's death.

"My thoughts and condolences are with their loved ones as they come to terms with this tragic incident and heartbreaking loss," the Sinn F?in representative added.

His party colleague, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins, said: "I would urge people to also be mindful and respectful of the impact this incident will have on all involved, especially the family of the deceased gentleman."

The PSNI warned that people who share the image from the scene "may be committing the offence of improper use of public electronic communications network".

"We request the sharing of this graphic scene image to cease immediately out of consideration for the family impacted," they said.

Insp Cherith Adair from the PSNI's Collision Investigation Unit said roads in the area which were closed for a forensic examination have now re-opened.