In the wee hours of Sunday morning, a tragic incident unfolded in Co Donegal when a car collided with a pedestrian, resulting in his death. The man, who was in his 20s, died on the spot near Ballynally, close to Moville. The driver of the vehicle was subsequently sent to the hospital for evaluation, as a Garda spokesperson informed.
To facilitate a detailed investigation by the Garda Forensic Collision Investigators, the scene was cordoned off. Traffic diversions were also imposed in the local area. Following the sad event, the nearby coroner was informed and the deceased was taken to Letterkenny Hospital’s mortuary where an autopsy is set to be carried out.
Individuals who were present during the unfortunate event, which took place about 1.30am, or those who possess pertinent footage from the locality, are urged to connect with Buncrana Garda station on (074) 932 0540 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or reach out to any nearby Garda station.
The latest count reveals a regrettable increase in the number of people who have lost their lives on State roads thus far this year – 83, representing a 10% rise from the fatalities during the corresponding period last year.