One killed and four injured following car crash in the west

One person was killed and another four injured in a two car crash in the west of Ireland on Monday evening, and Gardaí are appealing for witnesses.

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a crash on the N17 at Cloonturk, Kilkelly, Co. Mayo at 5:50pm on Monday.

Three women and two juveniles were taken to Mayo University Hospital to be treated for their injuries.

One of those injured, a woman in her 90s has since passed away.

Investigating Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them.

Any road users who were travelling in the area at the time with camera (including dash cam) footage, are asked to make this available to Gardaí.

Anyone with information can contact Claremorris Garda Station on 094 937 2080, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.