11/11/2013

Man Seriously Injured In Traffic Collision

A man in his twenties has been seriously injured in a single vehicle traffic collision in Castlepollard Co. Westmeath.

The collision occurred on the R195 near Castlepollard shortly after 03:00 on Sunday morning when the man's car collided with a ditch.

He was taken by ambulance to Mullingar Hospital where his condition is believed to be serious.

Yesterday the road was closed to traffic and diversions were in place. Forensic collision investigators have been notified to attend the scene.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Mullingar Garda Station 044 9384000 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.

(IT/CD)

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