Two people died and two others were seriously injured following a two-car collision on the R173 at The Bush, Co Louth, yesterday afternoon. The incident occurred at approximately 3.10pm, resulting in the deaths of a man and a woman, both in their 70s, at the scene. The driver and passenger of the second vehicle, a man and woman in their 30s, were airlifted to Beaumont Hospital and the Mater Hospital in Dublin for treatment.
Investigation and Traffic Appeal
The road has since reopened to traffic. Authorities are now requesting assistance from the public to establish the circumstances surrounding the crash. Gardaí are specifically asking anyone who traveled on the R173 between Dundalk and Carlingford between 2.30pm and 3.30pm yesterday to come forward.
Witnesses or individuals in possession of camera footage, including dash-cam recordings, are urged to contact Dundalk Garda Station at 042 938 8400. Information can also be provided via the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111 or at any local garda station.
Did You Know?
The fatal collision in Co Louth was one of four road deaths recorded in Ireland yesterday, a day that also saw a 24-year-old woman die in a hit-and-run in Belfast and a man in his 50s die in a single-vehicle crash in Co Tipperary.
National Road Safety Context
In Ireland, 100 people have died on the roads so far this year, an increase compared to the 90 deaths recorded during the same period last year. The situation in Northern Ireland reflects a similar upward trajectory, with 39 fatalities reported so far this year, compared to 27 for the same period in 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the collision occur?
The collision occurred on the R173 at The Bush, Co Louth.
What is the current status of the injured parties?
How can witnesses provide information to the Gardaí?
Witnesses can contact Dundalk Garda Station at 042 938 8400, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or visit any local garda station.
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