There were a total of nine deaths as a result of road traffic collisions (RTCs) in Fermanagh and Omagh in 2022.

Preliminary data released by the PSNI from December 1 to January 31 last records nine such RTC deaths in the district.

According to the data, six car drivers were among facilities, as well as two pedestrians and one motorcyclist.

There deaths were among the total of 57 people killed on the roads in Northern Ireland last year – a rise compared to 2021’s figures, which saw 50 people killed.

Last year’s total was also higher than 2020’s total, which saw 56 deaths on the roads.

The area with the highest number of RTCs recorded in Northern Ireland was Mid Ulster, which recorded 14 fatalities.

Fermanagh and Omagh was the area with the second-highest number of RTC fatalities, with the nine deaths recorded last year in the district.

The lowest number of road deaths in Northern Ireland last year took place in the Lisburn and Castlereagh district, which recorded one death.

Addressing the newly-released figures, Assistant Chief Constable Chris Todd said: “Across Northern Ireland, far too many families are starting the New Year coping with the aftermath of a serious collision, from family members who have been killed or seriously injured, to those recovering or learning to live with life-changing injuries.

“There are also far too many people now living with their own responsibility for the death or serious harm caused to another. That, of course, can lead to prosecution, and potentially imprisonment.”

He continued: “Police remain committed to working with communities and partners to make our roads safer for everyone; however, the stark reality is that many collisions can be avoided.”

Urging the general public to be alert and follow road safety rules, he said: “We all share the roads, so we all share the responsibility for road safety. Slow down. Pay greater attention to your surroundings.

“Always wear your seat belt, and never drive after drinking or taking drugs.”