Issue Date: 15th July 2023
Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a fatal two vehicle traffic collision in County Mayo on Saturday, 15th July 2023. The incident occurred at approximately 3.35pm on the N5 at Ballymiles near Swinford.
A driver from one these vehicles, a man in his 50s, suffered fatal injuries.
The driver of the second vehicle (male) was taken to Mayo University Hospital to receive treatment for serious injuries.
A man and woman, both passengers from each car are also receiving treatment. Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
A technical examination of the scene was conducted by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators this evening and the road has since re-opened.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Swinford Garda Station on (094) 925 2990, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
