Gardai at Portlaoise are investigating a single vehicle fatal road traffic collision the occurred near Ballybrittas, Portarlington, Co. Laois shortly after midnight on the 17/03/10.
A 27 year old male was fatally injured when his car was in collision with a ditch. He was the sole occupant and no other vehicles were involved. He was taken to the Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoisewhen he was later pronounced dead.
Garda Forensic Collision Investigators are expected at the scene this morning.
Gardai wish to appeal for witnesses that may be able to assist them with their investigation to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057 8674100, The Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
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