Appeal for witnesses after road death in Cranaross

Gardaí in Kells investigating a fatal road traffic collision that occurred in the Derver, Carnaross area, at approximately 3.40pm on Thursday, December 19 last are appealing to the public for information.

A white Citroen Berlingo van collided with a lorry on the N3 near Whitegate on the Meath/Cavan border. A man, aged in his 40s, was taken to Cavan General Hospital with serious head injuries. He was pronounced dead on December 23, as a result of the injuries sustained during the collision.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have information regarding this incident to come forward. Gardaí are also appealing to any road users who may have camera footage who were travelling between Kells and Virginia on Thursday, December 19 between 3-4.30pm.

Gardaí are anxious to speak with the occupants of a blue Skoda car (no further description) which was travelling northbound towards Virginia who may have witnessed the collision.

Any information should be directed to Kells Garda Station on 046 928 0820, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.