Gardaí in Oranmore in Co Galway are investigating a fatal road traffic collision which occurred on the N6 approximately 3kms from Craughwell on the Oranmore to Craughwell Road this afternoon, Thursday 9th July, 2015 at approximately 4.20pm.
A female (mid 50s only occupant) was fatally injured when the car she was driving was involved in a collision with another car. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
The three occupants of the other car were removed to University Hospital Galway with what is described as non life threatening injuries.
The road is currently closed to facilitate Garda Forensic Collision Investigators. Local diversions are in place.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the collision to contact them at Oranmore Garda Station on 091-388 030, The Garda Confidential Line 1800 666111 or any Garda Station.