Ex-policeman died in crash after pursuit

A man who died when he crashed his car while being pursued by police in Co Antrim was an ex-policeman, it was revealed tonight.

The BMW driver hit a tree before crashing into a field outside Ballymoney.

He was named by the PSNI as Trevor Barr, 50, from the Drumnamallaght area of Ballymoney.

At the time of the accident Mr Barr was being “followed” by police after failing to stop, said a spokesman.

The crash has been referred to the Northern Police Ombudsman, Nuala O’Loan, for investigation.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or who has information about it has been asked to contact the Ombudsman.