One person dead and another in serious condition following Portlaoise crash

Gardaí are investigating a fatal collision that occurred outside Portlaoise last night which has left on person dead and another in a serious condition in hospital.

The incident occurred on the N80 road near Ballickmoyler at around 10pm last night when two cars collided. A 48-year-old woman, who was the driver of one of the cars, died at the scene. The driver of the second car, a man in his 40s, was taken by Ambulance to Tullamore Hospital. His injuries are understood to be serious.

The road is currently closed to traffic and local diversions are in place. Garda forensic collision investigators will examine the crash site later this morning. The local Coroner has been notified.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station 057-8674100, the Garda Confidential Line or any Garda Station.