On Tuesday evening at 7:15 PM, a serious traffic incident took place at a roundabout approaching Ballyconnell, prompting an emergency response from Gardaí and medical services. A male child sustained serious injuries and was transported to Temple Street Children's Hospital, while a male teenager was taken to Cavan General Hospital with injuries that are currently assessed to be non-life-threatening. Local authorities have closed the N87 for a technical examination of the site. Community leaders and local representatives expressed shock and concern over the incident and its impact on the families involved, with ongoing investigations to determine the cause of the accident.
"A male child was conveyed to Temple Street Children's Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. A male teen was conveyed to Cavan General Hospital for treatment of injuries believed to be non-life-threatening at this time."
"It's devastating for family and for the community," the priest added.
"Following a traffic accident at the roundabout on the approach to Ballyconnell, the N87 is currently closed temporarily," it said.
"It's a very difficult time for their families. We hope that they recover quickly."
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