Man dead, woman seriously injured after Donegal crash
A man has died and a woman has been seriously injured after a collision in Pettigo, Co Donegal this afternoon.
The collision between a car and a 4x4 vehicle happened at around 2.45pm on the R232 at Fincashel.
The driver, a man in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was taken to the mortuary at University Hospital Letterkenny.
The coroner has been notified and a post-mortem examination will be arranged.
A passenger in the car, a woman in her 20s, was brought to hospital with serious injuries.
The driver and sole occupant of the 4x4, a man in his 60s, was brought to hospital for assessment.
The road has been closed for forensic examination with local diversions in place.
Gardaí are appealing for anyone who was travelling in the area at the time of the collision to come forward.
They are particluarly interested in hearing from anyone with camera footage, including dash cam or mobile phone recordings.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Ballyshannon Garda Station Garda Station on 071 985 8530, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.
