Female passenger dies in overnight road crash

Gardaí at Ballybofey, Co Donegal are investigating an overnight road accident that claimed the life of a young woman.

The single-vehicle accident occurred at Dreenan, Ballybofey at approximately 4.25am this morning.

A 19-year-old female front-seat passenger was fatally injured when the car she was travelling in hit a ditch.

The 19-year-old male driver sustained minor injuries.

The road is closed to facilitate Garda Forensic Collision Investigators and diversions are in place.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or anyone who was travelling in the area who may have information about the incident to contact them at Ballybofey Garda Station on 074-9137740, The Garda Confidential Line 1800 666111 or any Garda Station.