Driver dies after single-vehicle accident in Galway

Gardaí in Galway are today investigating the circumstances of a fatal single-vehicle road accident in Galway city this morning.

The collision occurred at approximately 3.30am on the Seamus Quirke Road.

The three occupants of the car were taken to Galway University Hospital, where the driver, a 19-year-old-female, was pronounced dead.

The two other occupants, a 21-year-old male and an 18-year-old female are being treated for their injuries at Galway University Hospital.

The road is closed to facilitate a forensic collision examination and diversions are in place.

Witnesses or anyone with information is asked to contact the gardaí in Mill Street Garda station on 091 538000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.