Woman Killed and Child Critically Injured in Co Cavan Car‑Truck Collision
The Garda investigation aims to determine how the collision occurred and to collect dash‑cam and witness evidence.
Overview
- A car and truck collided on the R162 at Corclare near Shercock, Co Cavan, with the woman driving the car pronounced dead at the scene.
- A girl who was a passenger in the car was taken to Temple Street Hospital in Dublin and remains in critical condition.
- Several other vehicle occupants received medical attention at the scene and no further injuries have been reported.
- Garda Forensic Collision Investigators have closed the road for a full examination and placed local diversions in operation.
- Gardaí are appealing for anyone who was in the area with dash‑cam or camera footage between about 4:45pm and 5:15pm to contact Bailieborough Garda Station on 042 969 4570 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.