Two men aged in their late teens have died in a single-vehicle crash in County Mayo overnight. The incident occurred at approximately 4.15 a.m. on the L5140 local road in Laghtadawannagh near Ballina.
GardaĆ confirmed that both men were pronounced dead at the scene. Three other occupants of the vehicle, including two boys in their mid-teens and one adult woman, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to Mayo University Hospital for treatment.
The road remains closed as gardaĆ carry out a technical examination. Local traffic has been diverted while investigations continue.
The coroner has been notified, and post-mortem examinations will be conducted in due course to determine the precise cause of death.
Authorities are appealing for witnesses, particularly those who may have dash-cam or other camera footage from the area at the time of the crash. GardaĆ have asked anyone with information to contact Ballina Garda Station on 096 20560, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any local garda station.
The crash marks a tragic start to the day in County Mayo, with local emergency services responding swiftly to the scene. GardaĆ have emphasized the importance of any information from the public to help piece together the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Traffic authorities have also warned drivers to exercise caution in the area as investigations continue, with road closures and diversions expected to remain in place for some time.
No further details about the cause of the crash have been released, but gardaĆ are reviewing the scene and collecting evidence as part of their ongoing technical examination.
The community in Ballina has been left shaken by the sudden deaths of the two young men. Local support services and emergency responders have been involved in assisting those affected by the incident, including the injured passengers and their families.
GardaĆ reiterated the importance of public cooperation and urged anyone who may have witnessed the crash or captured relevant footage to come forward. They stressed that even small pieces of evidence could be vital in understanding how the incident occurred.
The investigation remains ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
