A woman in her 70s has died after being struck by a car while crossing St Patrick’s Street in Castlerea, Co Roscommon. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage as investigators examine the circumstances of the fatal collision.
What happened in Castlerea?
The collision happened on Sunday evening on St Patrick’s Street, Castlerea. Gardaí said the pedestrian was hit by a car while crossing the road between approximately 6.45pm and 7.45pm.
Emergency services attended the scene, but the woman was pronounced dead at the location. Her body was subsequently taken to Roscommon University Hospital, and the coroner was notified.
A postmortem examination is expected to be arranged. Gardaí have not reported any other injuries arising from the incident.
- Location: St Patrick’s Street, Castlerea, Co Roscommon
- Victim: Woman in her 70s
- Incident: Pedestrian struck by a car
- Investigation: Garda appeal for witnesses and camera footage
- Road status: Closed while technical examinations take place
Garda appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage
An Garda Síochána is asking anyone who saw the crash, or who was travelling through the area at the relevant time, to contact investigators.
Gardaí are particularly interested in hearing from road users who may have recorded the incident or its immediate aftermath on dashcam, mobile phone or other camera systems. Even footage that does not show the collision itself may assist the investigation by establishing traffic and vehicle movements.
Anyone with information is asked to contact:
- Castlerea Garda station: (094) 9621630
- Garda Confidential Line: 1800 666 111
- Any Garda station
Road closed as technical examination continues
The scene has been preserved for a technical examination. The road remains closed, with local traffic diversions in operation while Gardaí carry out their work.
Drivers in Castlerea and surrounding areas should allow additional time for journeys and follow temporary diversion signs. The closure may affect local access and traffic movements until the examination is complete.
What happens next?
The Garda investigation will focus on documenting the scene, examining the vehicles involved and gathering witness accounts. Investigators will also assess any available CCTV, dashcam recordings and other evidence.
The coroner has been notified, and a postmortem examination will help establish the medical cause of death. Further information may be released as investigative procedures progress, but Gardaí have not indicated that any other person was injured.
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Frequently asked questions
Where did the fatal collision happen?
It happened on St Patrick’s Street in Castlerea, Co Roscommon.
When did the incident occur?
The collision occurred on Sunday evening, during the period between 6.45pm and 7.45pm.
Who are Gardaí looking for?
Gardaí want to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash or travelled through St Patrick’s Street during the relevant time. They are also seeking camera footage that could help the investigation.
Is the road open?
The road is closed while a technical examination takes place. Local traffic diversions are in operation.
Breaking News Ireland: Garda investigation under way
This fatal collision has prompted a Garda appeal across Castlerea and the wider Co Roscommon area. Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact investigators as soon as possible, even if they are unsure whether their account or footage is significant.
The key message for road users is clear: witnesses should preserve any relevant recordings and share them directly with An Garda Síochána. The investigation remains ongoing, and further updates will depend on the findings of the technical examination, witness inquiries and postmortem process.
