Nine-year-old Boy Fatally Struck in Tragic Hit-and-Run Incident in County Donegal
A devastating hit-and-run incident in County Donegal has claimed the life of a nine-year-old boy from the Kildress area, Co Tyrone. The young boy sadly passed away on Saturday in Bundoran, leaving the community and his loved ones in shock and mourning.
Authorities are urgently appealing to the driver responsible for this heart-wrenching tragedy to come forward and assist with the investigation. The incident occurred around 9:20 pm on Saturday evening when emergency services and Gardaà were alerted about a child being struck by a vehicle on Atlantic Way, Bundoran. Tragically, the child was pronounced deceased at the scene shortly thereafter, while the vehicle responsible for the collision fled from the site.
To facilitate a thorough examination of the circumstances, traffic diversions have been put in place, and scenes of crime officers as well as Garda Forensic Collision Investigators are meticulously studying the area. Additionally, the local coroner and the office of Ireland’s state pathologist have been informed, and arrangements are being made for a post-mortem examination to shed light on the exact cause of the young boy’s tragic passing. In the meantime, the deceased has been transferred to the mortuary at Sligo Hospital.
Gardaà are urgently urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have any information to come forward and assist with the investigation. Specifically, they are requesting individuals who were present in the vicinity of Atlantic Way and Sea Road at the time of the incident to provide any video footage they may have, including dash cam recordings. Such material could prove crucial in piecing together what transpired that fateful evening.
The loss of a young life in such a heartless hit-and-run incident has sent shockwaves through the communities of County Donegal and Co Tyrone. The pain and grief experienced by the boy’s family and friends are immeasurable. As the investigation progresses, authorities remain committed to seeking justice for the young victim, and the public’s assistance is paramount in this endeavor.
This tragic incident highlights the importance of prioritizing road safety. Hit-and-run incidents can have devastating consequences, and it is crucial that responsible individuals who witness or have any information about such incidents come forward and assist the authorities. By working together, we can ensure a safer future for our communities, free from the horrors of hit-and-run tragedies.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the young boy during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they navigate through this unimaginable loss.
