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<p>Grace McSweeney, 18, Zoe Coffey, 18, Nicole Murphy, 18, and Luke McSweeney, 24, who died in the crash in Clonmel Co Tipp on Friday August 25, 2023. Pictures: Garda Info</p>

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Clonmel crash that killed four young people 'an appalling tragedy', inquest hears

Tipperary coroner returns verdicts of accidental death in relation to all four teenagers who died in the Clonmel crash in August 2023

<p>The ‘Slow Down’ initiative, timed to coincide with the return of all schools, has taken on increased urgency and relevance due to the shocking surge in road deaths. File picture: Dan Linehan</p>

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121km/h in a 80km/h zone: 310 vehicles caught speeding in blitz to tackle 'speed epidemic'

<p>The coffin of crash victim, Zoey Coffey, 18, is carried into Saints Peter and Paul's Church, Clonmel, Co Tipperary. Picture: Brendan Gleeson/PA Wire</p>

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Crash victim Zoey was set to fulfil her dream of becoming a teacher, funeral told

Are drones flight of fancy or modern-day menace in the skies?

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Are drones flight of fancy or modern-day menace in the skies?

Funeral of Luke and Grace Sweeney

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Mother of siblings killed in Clonmel crash urges effort to ‘make world a better place’

Nicole Murphy funeral

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Clonmel crash victim’s mother pays emotional tribute to her ‘beautiful angel’

Victim of Clonmel road crash to be laid to rest as first funeral is held

Victim of Clonmel road crash to be laid to rest as first funeral is held

A funeral for one of the victims of a road crash that claimed four young lives in Co Tipperary is under way. The mass for Nicole Murphy, 18, is taking place at St John the Baptist Church in Kilcash, near Clonmel.

Thu, 31 Aug, 2023

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'Urgent action needed' after 125 road deaths and 600 serious crashes so far this year

RSA chief Liz O'Donnell said 'We need urgent measures now to reverse this trend' after surge in road fatalities and serious collisions this year

Thu, 31 Aug, 2023

Cashel car crash

RSA: Road safety needs to come back to the top of political agenda

'We could have up to 180 people killed this year. You know, that’s an average of 15 people a month being killed on our roads'

Wed, 30 Aug, 2023

Funeral details for four Clonmel crash victims announced

Funeral details for four Clonmel crash victims announced

Luke McSweeney, 24, his sister Grace McSweeney as well as Zoey Coffey and Nicole Murphy, all 18, were killed in the collision on Friday

Tue, 29 Aug, 2023

Co Tipperary fatal crash

Probe into use of drone near site of crash that killed four in Clonmel

The semi-state air space regulator said it could have hindered the emergency response that was under way at the time

Mon, 28 Aug, 2023

Co Tipperary fatal crash

Books of condolences open for Clonmel crash victims

Books of condolence for each victim were opened at the local council offices at County Hall in Clonmel on Monday morning

Mon, 28 Aug, 2023

Classmates of Clonmel crash victims say they 'lit up every room'

Classmates of Clonmel crash victims say they 'lit up every room'

'If you were ever upset they would be the first to be there for you, always a smile on their faces, and wouldn’t have a bad word to say'

Mon, 28 Aug, 2023

Clonmel tragedy: ‘In the space of 24 hours, your whole world can change’

Clonmel tragedy: ‘In the space of 24 hours, your whole world can change’

Priest who gave last rites to the four deceased young people said the whole community was supporting their grieving families

Mon, 28 Aug, 2023

Co Tipperary fatal crash

'Why them?' Clonmel gathers at vigil to mourn 'four beautiful young lives'

'We in Clonmel look out for each other,' Fr Michael Toomey tells the vigil. 'Let’s stick together and look out for each other'

Sun, 27 Aug, 2023

Schools and community rally round bereaved students as Clonmel grieves

Schools and community rally round bereaved students as Clonmel grieves

Ahead of today's vigil, school principals and chaplain honour the memory of Zoey Coffey, Nicole Murphy, Grace McSweeney, and Luke McSweeney

Sun, 27 Aug, 2023

Co Tipperary fatal crash

Vigil for four young people killed in Clonmel crash to take place this evening

A vigil for Zoey Coffey, Nicole Murphy, and siblings Grace and Luke McSweeney will take place at 6.30pm tonight in Kickham Plaza in Clonmel

Sun, 27 Aug, 2023

Silence and shock in Clonmel: 'Everyone is numb'

Silence and shock in Clonmel: 'Everyone is numb'

A day of celebration turned abruptly to sorrow and pain when four young people were killed on their way to a Leaving Cert party last night. Neil Michael reports from Clonmel

Sun, 27 Aug, 2023

Co Tipperary fatal crash

Drone over Clonmel crash site ‘disrespectful’ to families and emergency workers

A senior garda has criticised the use of a drone over the fatal crash site as “disrespectful” to both the grieving families and emergency personnel.

Sat, 26 Aug, 2023

Co Tipperary fatal crash

‘Cloud of devastation’ over Co Tipperary town after deaths of four young people

A “cloud of sadness and devastation” hung over a Co Tipperary town after while on the way to celebrate their State exam results.

Sat, 26 Aug, 2023

Clonmel principals pay tribute to 'beautiful, kind and vibrant' students Zoey, Grace and Nicole

Clonmel principals pay tribute to 'beautiful, kind and vibrant' students Zoey, Grace and Nicole

'Both girls were absolutely thrilled with their results, and were looking forward to new, exciting times ahead' said Michael O'Loughlin

Sat, 26 Aug, 2023

Gardaí appeal for public's help investigating Clonmel crash

Gardaí appeal for public's help investigating Clonmel crash

Superintendent Kieran Ruane told assembled media there are "difficult days ahead" for the community in Clonmel

Sat, 26 Aug, 2023

Co Tipperary fatal crash

'Heartbreaking news on what should have been a day of joy': Tributes to Clonmel crash victims

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, Education Minister Norma Foley and Further Education Minister Simon Harris have expressed their condolences to the families of the Clonmel crash victims

Sat, 26 Aug, 2023

'No words can give comfort': Four young people who died in Clonmel crash named

'No words can give comfort': Four young people who died in Clonmel crash named

Siblings Luke (24) and Grace McSweeney (18), Nicole Murphy and Zoey Coffey were on their way to a Leaving Cert celebration when they were killed

Sat, 26 Aug, 2023