A teenager has died following a collision on the M9 motorway near Wicklow, according to local authorities. Alex McCarthy, 17, was among five teenagers involved in the crash. The incident occurred in the west Wicklow and Carlow areas, where the group was known to gardaí.
Emergency services were called to the scene after reports of a multi-vehicle collision. Initial assessments indicated that McCarthy did not survive the crash. The other four teenagers are reported to be in stable condition, though their injuries are still under review.
Authorities have confirmed that the group was familiar to local police, suggesting they may have been traveling together. No details have been released about the cause of the crash or the exact location of the collision.
A funeral is being planned for McCarthy, with details yet to be announced. The incident has sparked concern in the local community, with calls for increased road safety measures in the area.
