Easter Monday turned tragic across Ireland as three separate road collisions claimed two lives and left four others with serious injuries.
Sligo Collision Leaves Four Seriously Injured
A devastating two-car crash unfolded on the N59 in Ballysadare, Co. Sligo, shortly after 2.30pm on Easter Monday (April 21).
One vehicle, carrying two women—one in her 40s, the other in her 20s—was also transporting two children, both aged three. All four were rushed to Sligo University Hospital with serious injuries.
The other vehicle involved had only one occupant, a woman in her 50s. She was taken to the hospital for assessment, although her injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Gardaí are seeking assistance from the public. “Anyone who may have witnessed the collision is asked to contact Sligo Garda Station on 071 915 7000,” they said.
Motorcyclist Killed in Limerick Collision
Later in the evening, tragedy struck again. At approximately 6pm, Gardaí responded to a fatal crash at the junction of R521 and R523 in Ardagh, Co. Limerick. The incident involved a car and a motorcycle.
The motorcyclist, a man in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene. His remains have been taken to University Hospital Limerick for a post-mortem examination.
The car’s driver was transported to University Hospital Kerry with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses. “Anyone with information is urged to contact Newcastle West Garda Station on 069 20650,” they stated.
Young Child Dies After Being Struck by Car in Westmeath
Another tragic incident occurred just after 6.30pm in Farranshock Estate, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.
A young boy was struck by a vehicle and sustained critical injuries. Emergency services treated him at the scene before he was taken to Mullingar Hospital, where he was sadly pronounced dead.
Authorities are once again calling for public assistance. “Anyone who may have witnessed the collision is urged to contact Mullingar Garda Station at 044 938 4000, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station,” a spokesperson said.
What should have been a peaceful bank holiday descended into heartbreak on Irish roads. With two lives lost, including that of a child and several others seriously injured, the day has left families shattered and communities in mourning.
Authorities are actively investigating all three incidents and are calling for witnesses to come forward to aid in their inquiries.
