Teenage boy (17) killed in road crash on Achill Island
By Cate McCurry, PA
A teenager has died in a road crash in Co Mayo, gardaí have said.
Shortly before 1am on Monday, gardaí and emergency services responded to a crash involving a single vehicle on the R319 at Keel in Achill.
Gardaí said that the sole occupant of the car, a 17-year-old boy, was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.
The road around the area is currently closed to all traffic, affecting access to areas on Achill Island west of Keel.
Garda forensic collision investigators have been notified and a report will be sent to the local coroner.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses. Additionally, anyone with video footage, including motorists with dash-cam from the area at the time, are asked to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Westport Garda Station on 098 502 30, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
