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Cormac O'Shea

Man killed in horror crash in Co Donegal named locally as dad-of-one James Connolly

The man killed in a horror crash in Co Donegal earlier this week has been named locally as James Connolly.

The dad-of-one, 28, was pronounced dead at the scene of the two car crash on the N15 between Donegal town and Ballyshannon.

The female driver of the other car was hospitalised with serious injuries while the three passengers in Mr Connolly's car were taken to hospital as a precaution.

James, affectionately known as 'Corky', was originally from Cork and had been recently living in both Fermanagh and Donegal.

Funeral arrangements have not been publicly announced with the community said to be in shock.

Gardai are appealing for anyone who may have seen anything to contact their local garda station.

Gardai are investigating the incident (Collins Photo Agency)

A garda spokesperson said: "Gardaí are investigating a fatal traffic collision that occurred on the N15 in Laheen, Ballyshannon, Co.Donegal at approximately 11.30pm on 10th March 2020

"A 28 year-old male driver was pronounced dead at the scene following a collision between two cars.

"The female driver of the other car, aged 60, was taken to Sligo General Hospital with serious injuries. 

"Three other passengers were also taken to hospital but only as a precautionary measure.

"A nearby car suffered material damage from the collision, but no injuries were caused to the occupants.

"Investigating Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and are particularly appealing to those with camera footage (including dash cam) who were in the area around 11.30pm to make this available to them.

"Anyone who can assist with this investigation is asked to contact Ballyshannon Garda Station 071 9858530 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800."

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