An Irishman and American woman were tragically killed by a suspected drunk driver in a horror New York crash.
It is understood that John Heneghan, 33, died in the smash in Clifton Park, near Albany.
Mr Heneghan was killed when a vehicle travelling southbound on State Route 9 switched lane and crashed into his car, which was stopped at traffic lights, on Saturday afternoon.
A 32-year-old woman, who was in the same car as Mr Heneghan, also died in the tragic incident.
Three others were injured in the crash, including two 25-year-old men, who are also believed to be Irish.
Their injuries are not thought to be life threatening.
It is understood that Mr Heneghan is from the west of Ireland, but was living in New York.
In a statement, New York State Police said: "Shortly before 3:00pm on Saturday afternoon, Troopers responded to a motor vehicle accident that occurred at the intersection of State Route 9 and Ushers Rd in the town of Clifton Park.
"A vehicle traveling southbound on State Route 9 left its lane of travel, and struck another vehicle that had been traveling east on Ushers Rd and was stopped for the traffic light at the intersection of State Route 9.
"The driver of the southbound vehicle is in police custody as the accident continues to be investigated. State Police are confirming that two people were killed, and three seriously injured in the stopped vehicle.
"Anyone who may have witnessed the accident, or has any information, is asked to contact SP Clifton Park at 518-583-7000.
"The road is expected to remain closed for the next two hours. Any further information will be released on the NYSP newsroom."
New York State Police have confirmed that a 58-year-old man was arrested at the scene for "aggravated vehicular homicide, two counts of vehicular manslaughter, and driving while intoxicated".
The man was remanded to Saratoga County Jail without bail. He is due back in court on May 29, 2019 at 4:00pm.
