A road accident in Mayo on early Monday morning has critically injured a teenager and hospitalised four others. The incident, involving a single vehicle, reportedly happened near Swinford on the N5 at Deerpark a few moments before 4 am. The vehicle’s occupants, all male teenagers, were rushed to Mayo University Hospital by ambulance. It has been understood that one of the teenagers’ condition is critical.
The road has been temporarily closed, and local diversions are being implemented. Garda Forensic Collision Investigators are investigating the scene later today.
Witnesses of the incident, and those who may have recorded the accident (like dash-cam footage) are urged to share their evidence with the Gardaí. Also, anyone with useful information regarding the accident has been asked to communicate with any Garda Station or to specifically reach Ballina Garda Station at 096 20560 or the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111. Further details will be announced soon.