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06 Sept 2025

BREAKING: Teenager dies in hospital following incident on Kildare-Laois border

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a fatal incident that occurred at a wooded area near Ballyshanduff, Ballybrittas, County Laois on Sunday, April 9, last.

The incident occurred at approximately 1.30pm and involved a quad bike with two males on board.

A male youth in his teens was removed from the scene to Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise, where he has since passed away.

A second male youth in his teens was removed to Midlands Regional Hospital Tullamore to be treated for his injuries which are believed to be non-life threatening.

Investigations are ongoing.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this incident to come forward.

Any individuals with information or camera footage are asked to make it available to Gardaí at Portlaoise Garda Station on 0578674100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

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