Witnesses sought after Kingscourt collision

Gardaí in Bailieboro are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision in Kingscourt.

At approximately 5:45pm yesterday Gardaí and Emergency Services were called to the scene of collision between a car and a lorry on the R179 just outside Kingscourt. The driver of the car, a woman in her 60s, was taken by ambulance to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda. Her condition is understood to be serious. The driver of the truck was unharmed.

The scene is currently preserved and local traffic diversions are in place. Garda forensic collision investigators have been requested by investigating Gardaí to examine the crash site and vehicles involved.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Bailieboro Garda Station 042-9694570 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.