Man (60s) killed and brother seriously injured after being struck by car in Letterkenny
Briefly

The St Patrick's Day parade in Letterkenny was canceled following a tragic incident where a teenager, driving a taxi, struck two men, critically injuring them. Anthony Gallagher died from his injuries, while his brother Martin remains hospitalized. The Gardaí have confirmed that interactions occurred between themselves and the driver prior to the incident, prompting a referral to the Garda Ombudsman for further investigation. District authorities are also appealing for witnesses as they examine the circumstances surrounding the accident and how the teenager gained access to the vehicle.
The tragic incident, which involved a teenage driver hitting two elderly men, led to critical injuries for both, ultimately resulting in the death of Anthony Gallagher.
Following earlier interactions between the driver and gardaí, the case has been referred to the Garda Ombudsman, raising concerns about protocol and supervision.
Read at Irish Independent
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