Gardai issue notice of fake news on fatal crash that saw a Garda killed
The fatal road collision took place Sunday the 11th of May 2025
An Garda Síochána have issued a notice on misinformation, disinformation, and fake news on social media in relation to a fatal road collision that resulted in the death of a Garda on Sunday, May 11.
In a statement, gardaí said there is "content on social media platforms which purports to give an eye-witness account relating to a fatal road traffic collision which occurred on Sunday 11th May 2025 in North Co. Dublin."
They go on to say in the statement that: "The commentary being circulated online is completely inaccurate and has no basis whatsoever in fact.
"This type of misinformation also risks diverting Garda resources and time from what is a complex and ongoing investigation into this collision.
"We have regularly highlighted the rise in the level of misinformation, disinformation and fake news.
"Misinformation, disinformation and fake news are typically amplified by multiple accounts in order to spread concern within communities.
"We appeal to all members of the public to independently verify any information that you are reading on social media and/ or messaging apps.
"An Garda Siochana has made social media companies aware of this misinformation. It is a matter for them to comment on requests from An Garda Siochana for this material to be removed from their platforms."