Man (19) killed in Co Longford single-car crash

Car left road and hit a barrier at Lisbrack, Newtownforbes early this morning

A 19-year-old man has been killed in a car crash in Co Longford.

The man’s car left the road and hit a barrier at Lisbrack, Newtownforbes, at about 2.15 am.

The man was pronounced dead at scene and his body was taken to Mullingar General Hospital. There were no other vehicles involved.

The road was closed for a forensic examination but has since reopened.

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Gardai are appealing for witnesses to contact them in Longford on 043 3350570, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.