Two fatal crashes in Ireland have prompted Garda investigations and appeals for witnesses and dash-cam footage. The incidents, occurring within a few hours of each other, involved a passenger van and a jeep in Wexford and a single-vehicle crash in Co Roscommon. Authorities say they are treating each event as separate and are urging the public to come forward with information that could assist in the investigations.
Wexford crash near Drinagh: one dead, one in custody
The first incident happened around 1.10am on the N25 at Ballykelly near Drinagh, Wexford. A passenger van and a jeep collided, fatally injuring the van’s driver, a man in his 60s. He was pronounced dead at the scene, and his body has been moved to the morgue at Wexford General Hospital, where a post-mortem examination is planned. A passenger in one of the vehicles sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was treated at the hospital.
Gardaí subsequently arrested a man in his 40s in connection with the investigation. He has since been charged and is due to appear at Wexford District Court on the following morning. Local diversions remain in place as the scene is preserved for a technical examination by Garda forensic collision investigators. Investigators are appealing for witnesses who may have seen the collision or were in the area between 12.30am and 1.30am. Authorities are also seeking dash-cam or other road footage to help reconstruct the events leading to the crash.
This incident highlights the ongoing work of Garda forensic collision investigators and the importance of timely, accurate information from witnesses and motorists who recorded events on the night of the crash. Anyone with information can contact Wexford Garda Station on 053 916 5200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
Roscommon crash: man in his 50s dies in Kilglass
In a separate case, a man in his 50s was killed in a single-vehicle crash on a local road at Culleenamore, Kilglass, Co. Roscommon, early this morning. Emergency services attended the scene shortly before 7:00am, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses who may have seen the collision or who may have information about the circumstances leading up to it. As with the Wexford incident, authorities are asking anyone with dash-cam or other footage from the area at the time to share it with investigators to aid their inquiries.
Residents and travellers in the Roscommon area are reminded to contact Boyle Garda Station on 071 966 4620, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station with information. The continuing investigations underscore the role of video evidence and witness testimony in constructing a precise timeline of events in road traffic collisions.
What happens next
In both cases, Gardaí will conduct thorough investigations, including reviewing traffic camera footage, nearby businesses’ surveillance, and any available dash-cam data. Post‑incident procedures in fatal crashes typically involve formal inquests or post‑mortems, and families are offered support through the Garda Victim Services or other local resources.
Authorities stress the importance of public cooperation in road safety investigations. If you witnessed either crash or overlooked details in the immediate aftermath, please come forward with information. Prompt reporting can help ensure a clear account of the events and support the ongoing legal processes.
Accessibility of information and public safety
As road closures and diversions are managed, motorists are advised to monitor traffic updates and follow Garda directions for safe detours. These incidents serve as a reminder of the importance of safe driving, situational awareness on rural and local roads, and the role every road user plays in preventing tragic outcomes. The Gardaí will continue to provide updates as investigations progress and more information becomes available to the public.
