The driver of the car, the man in his 80s, was transported by ambulance to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda, where he was later pronounced dead. Photograph: Alan BetsonA man in his late 80s has died following a single-vehicle crash in Ardee, Co Louth. The driver of the car, the man in his 80s, was transported by ambulance to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda, where he was later pronounced dead. “Garda Forensic Collision Investigators are examining the scene and local traffic diversions are in place.”Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact Drogheda Garda station on 041 987 4200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

Source: The Irish Times March 06, 2026 17:56 UTC