Young man dies following an accident involving a tractor near Oranmore in Galway
Temporary Emergency Department at University Hospital Galway
By Ella Horgan
An Garda Síochána are investigating a fatal road traffic incident near Oranmore, Co. Galway that occurred on Saturday 2 November 2024.
Gardaí were alerted to an incident involving a tractor which occurred on a local road in Rinn, Oranmore at approximately 3:30pm.
A male passenger, 19-years-old, injured in the incident was transferred by ambulance personnel to University Hospital Galway, where he was then pronounced deceased. No other injuries were reported.
The scene was preserved for a technical examination which has since taken place and the road has reopened.
A Family Liaison Officer (FLO) has been appointed to support the family of the deceased.
Investigations are ongoing.
