Gardaí Investigating After Driver Flees Scene of Crash Leaving Man Seriously Injured
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- 02 Jul 2024
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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a two-car collision in Doneraile, North Cork, where a motorist fled the scene, leaving a young man in his 20s seriously injured. The incident occurred around 2:15 pm on Friday afternoon.
Incident Details:
- Location: Doneraile, North Cork
- Injured: A man in his 20s
- Medical Response: The injured man was taken to Cork University Hospital via air ambulance. His injuries have been described as non-life-threatening.
Appeal for Witnesses:
Gardaí are urging anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision to come forward with any information that could aid the investigation. Witnesses are asked to contact Mallow Garda Station at 022-31450.
Official Statement:
A Garda spokesperson provided the following statement:
"Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a road traffic incident involving two vehicles in Doneraile, Co. Cork, shortly after 2:15 pm on Friday, 28th June 2024. A male in his 20s, injured in the incident, was taken by air ambulance to Cork University Hospital (CUH). His injuries are not life-threatening. One of the motorists involved failed to remain at the scene, and investigations are ongoing. All circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation, and witnesses are urged to contact Mallow Garda Station at 022-31450."
Legal Obligations:
In Ireland, drivers involved in an accident are legally required to report the incident to Gardaí, especially if anyone involved needs medical attention. Fleeing the scene is a criminal offence. If found guilty, the driver who fled the scene could face a fine and a potential prison term of up to six months.
The investigation is ongoing, and Gardaí are working to gather all relevant information to understand the circumstances surrounding the crash. The public's assistance is crucial in ensuring that justice is served and that similar incidents are prevented in the future.
