Man in 40s killed in road accident in Co Sligo

A man in his 40s was killed in a road accident on Saturday afternoon near Luke’s Bridge in Gortnaleck, Grange, in County Sligo. The crash took place on a local road close to the bridge that carries traffic over the River Finn. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. No other vehicles or injuries were reported. The incident has prompted an appeal for witnesses, with authorities seeking anyone who may have seen the crash or the events leading up to it. The accident is being investigated by the local Gardaí and the Sligo County Road Safety Unit. Residents of the surrounding area have expressed shock and sadness at the loss of a fellow community member. The incident underscores the importance of road safety measures in rural areas. For more details, see the Leitrim Observer.

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