Young Corrandulla man dies in road collision
GARDAI are appealing for witnesses following a fatal car crash between Tuam and Dunmore last night (Monday).
A 21-year-old male driver died in the two-car collision which occurred at 8.30pm in the townland of Carrowmhuineagh, Dunmore, a few miles on the Tuam side of the N83.
His name has not yet been officially released but it's understood he was from the Corrandulla area.
A 21-year-old man who was a passenger in the car with him received minor injuries.
A two-year-old girl and her grandparents who were travelling in the other car received minor injuries. The 74-year-old grandfather was driving accompanied by his 70-year-old wife.
The section of the N83 has been closed since last night but gardai say it is expected to re-open around lunchtime.
Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to contact Tuam Garda Station on 093-70840, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.