Four younger folks die in crash ‘whereas celebrating examination outcomes’

Four younger folks have reportedly died in a automotive crash whereas they had been heading out to have a good time their examination outcomes.

A person in his early 20s and three feminine youngsters had been fatally injured within the tragic incident in Clonmel, Co Tipperary, Ireland, yesterday (Friday, August 25). It is known that they’d been on their approach to have a good time after receiving the outcomes of their Leaving Certificate exams earlier.

A Garda spokesperson mentioned the Mountain Road in Clonmel can be closed in a single day and into Saturday whereas the scene is examined by forensic investigators. “An incident room has been established at Clonmel Garda Station and a senior investigating officer has been appointed to lead the investigation,” they mentioned.

“Gardai are appealing for any witnesses to this collision to contact the investigation team.”

Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris described the incident as “devastating news”. “Leaving Cert results day represents achievement, celebration & excitement. Tonight that has been replaced by grief, shock and sadness. Thinking of the families, friends & school community of the 4 young people. There are no words. Heartbreaking,” he posted on the social media platform X, previously often called Twitter.

Independent TD for Tipperary Mattie McGrath mentioned there’s big shock and disbelief in Clonmel city.

“There is disbelief and numbness,” he informed the PA news company. “The families involved are all local, from Clonmel and the surrounding area. It is utterly devastating. Our prayers are with the families and the whole community.”

Fine Gael councillor Declan Burgess mentioned: “It’s heartbreaking news for the entire community. “My prayers and thoughts are with the families involved.”