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Fatal car accident at Leenane

Saturday, 11 February 2012 15:52 Posted by  The Editor
Garda appeal following fatal car accident at Lenane. Garda appeal following fatal car accident at Lenane.

Gardaí at Clifden are investigating a single vehicle fatal road traffic collision that occurred at approximately 10.45pm last night, Friday 10th February 2012 near Leenane.

An SUV travelling on the N59 Clifden to Westport Road lost control at Doire Na Cloiche resulting in 51-year-old male driver, John Gibbons, Lettergesh West, Renvyle, Co Galway, and sole occupant being fatally injured.

The road was partially closed to facilitate a forensic examination but it has since re-opened.
Any witnesses to this collision are asked to contact Gardaí at Clifden on 095 22500.

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