Two teenage boys died following a devastating car and lorry collision in Co Donegal, with the third victim in a serious condition
Two teenage boys have tragically died following a horrific road collision, whilst a third remains in a serious condition in hospital.
The crash, which involved a car and a lorry, took place in the St Johnston area of Co Donegal at around 11.15pm on Tuesday (February 24). Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene immediately.
One casualty was pronounced dead at the location, with his body later transported to the mortuary at Letterkenny University Hospital. The second casualty was initially taken to Altnagelvin Hospital, where he sadly died shortly after arrival.
The driver was also conveyed to Altnagelvin Hospital for treatment of serious injuries before being moved to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast. The lorry driver is understood to have escaped injury, reports the Irish Mirror, reports Belfast Live.
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Gardaí have confirmed the R236 road remained closed as of Wednesday morning, with a technical examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators due to take place.
In a formal statement, the force said: “Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward.
“Road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area between 10.45pm and 11.45pm on Tuesday 24th February 2026 are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Letterkenny Garda Station on (074) 9167100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.”