Who was Alex Smallwoods? Teen death in Derry early morning crash
According to the reports, a tragic accident cost the life of Alex Smallwoods who was a former member of the school community of Foyle College. The young boy was also a member of the Brigade Cricket Club and Institute Football Club. Since Alex Smallwoods’s accident news surfaced it has been trending and making people distressed. It has been learned that Alex Smallwoods passed away after involving in a multi-vehicle accident. If you are eager to unfold the circumstances surrounding Alex Smallwoods’s accident, this article will let you know some imperative details. So be sticky with this page and must go through this article till the end. Swipe down the page.
Who was Alex Smallwoods?
The authorities stated that two vehicles were involved in the crash that happened in Co Londonderry on Sunday, May 28, 2023. Furthermore, the fatal accident happened on the A6 Glenshane Road in Dungiven in the morning hours of Sunday at around 4:20 am. Talking about the deceased, he was identified as Alex Smallwoods, 17 years old. The minor student was driving a Vauxhall Corsa which collided with a Vauxhall Insignia on A6 Glenshane Road on Sunday morning. Keep reading this article and read more details.
A spokesperson for the PSNI said, “Emergency services attended and provided medical treatment,” which means the young driver was found injured by the officers who called the emergency services. The spokesperson further added, “Our investigation is underway and we are appealing to anyone who was on Glenshane Road around this time and who has dash-cam footage, to contact the Collision Investigation Unit on 101.” The cause of death of Alex Smallwoods was apparently linked to his injuries sustained in the accident. He was the beloved son of Sara and Stewart and the big brother of Hannah. Alex is also survived by his grandparents Billy, Annie, and Elise. Know more about him in the next section.
Reportedly, Alex joined Foyle College as an enthusiastic Year 8 in September 2017, where he established lasting friendships amongst his peer group. He was also widely involved with local sporting clubs, Brigade Cricket Club, and Institute Football Club, and had a keen interest in agriculture and farming. He was an enthusiast of cricket thus he played for Brigade Cricket Club. Meanwhile, Brigade Cricket Club also extended its condolences by posting, “Alex was an extremely popular young player at our club and will be sorely missed by his many friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with his mum and dad Sara & Stewart, his sister Hannah and the entire family circle at this very difficult time.” Stay tuned to this website for more details and updates.
