Two separate road crashes claim lives in Ireland
Two men have died in separate road traffic incidents in Ireland, with Gardaí appealing for witnesses and footage as investigations continue. The incidents occurred within hours of each other, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety and the need for timely information from the public.
Fatal crash near Ballykelly, Drinagh, County Wexford
Shortly after 1:10am on the N25 at Ballykelly near Drinagh, a collision involving a passenger van and a jeep resulted in the death of the van driver, a man aged in his 60s. He was pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger in one of the vehicles sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was treated at Wexford General Hospital.
The body of the deceased has been removed to the morgue at Wexford General Hospital for a post-mortem examination. The road remains closed with local diversions in place as Garda forensic collision investigators conduct a technical examination at the scene.
A man aged in his 40s who was arrested in connection with the investigation has been charged and is due to appear at Wexford District Court. Gardaí are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or who has camera footage, including dash-cam, from the N25 between 12:30am and 1:30am on the day of the crash to contact Wexford Garda Station on 053 916 5200, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
Fatal single-vehicle collision in County Roscommon
In a separate incident, a man in his 50s died in a single-vehicle crash on a local road at Culleenamore, Kilglass, County Roscommon, during the early morning. Emergency services attended the scene shortly before 7:00am, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and any dash-cam or camera footage from the area at the time to assist with the investigation.
Witnesses are asked to contact Boyle Garda Station on 071 966 4620, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station with information. The investigation is ongoing as Gardaí seek to establish the circumstances surrounding both crashes.
Garda appeals for information and public assistance
Both incidents are under active investigation by Gardaí. Inquiries include reviewing dash-cam footage and speaking with any potential witnesses who may have traveled on the relevant routes in the early hours of the morning. Gardaí emphasise the importance of public assistance to help determine cause and contribute to road safety measures in the future.
What to do if you have information
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the appropriate Garda Station: Wexford Garda Station (053 916 5200) or Boyle Garda Station (071 966 4620). You can also use the Garda Confidential Line (1800 666 111) or reach out to any Garda Station. Your information can help provide clarity on the circumstances of these separate tragedies.
