In a fatal
traffic accident this evening in Co. Monaghan, TWO TEENSY GIRLS DIED, and THREE
OTHERS WERE INJURED.
The accident happened on the N54 road in Legnakelly,
Monaghan, at 6:45 p.m., and An Garda is currently on the scene. One vehicle is
still at the scene, claims a statement.
This evening, the Garda confirmed that two female
passengers in the car, ages 16 and 17, suffered fatal injuries. Post-mortem
examinations will be performed tomorrow at Monaghan General Hospital where both
bodies were taken.
According to An Garda: “A male teenager (aged 18 years)
is currently receiving treatment in Cavan General Hospital for non-life
threatening injuries.”
“The male driver of the car (aged 60) is in a
critical condition and is currently receiving treatment in Royal Victoria
Hospital, Belfast,”
The Journal has information that some of the crash
victims were en route to debs this evening. It is believed that all five people
involved in the collision were riding in the same car.
Clones to Smithborough Road has been closed, and it is
anticipated that it will stay closed through the night. Technical analysis of
the scene is being done by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators.
On Twitter this evening, Cavan-Monaghan Sinn Féin TD Matt
Carthy described the news as "horrendous, heart-wrenching.".
Carthy also added: “A
moment of joy and celebration for these young people has turned into a lifetime
of devastation for those who loved them. God help the families affected. The
prayers of everyone in County Monaghan is with them.”.
A youth worker wearing a red jumper has been placed on
the streets of Clones and Monaghan, according to the Clones Youth Center. This
evening, the center will be open until 11:30 pm.
Additionally, Largy College's grounds in Clones will be
accessible until 10:30 this evening. Garda in Monaghan are requesting
information from anyone who may have seen this
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