‘Lives turned upside down' – Irish mum and three kids rushed to hospital after horror two-vehicle Sligo crash
Noreen Ruddy and two of her kids remain in hospital today after suffering serious injuries in the two-car collision on April 21.
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Noreen was rushed to Beaumont Hospital for treatment, while her son Matthew was brought to
Daughter Kaitlyn endured multiple surgeries after being rushed to the
Noreen's other daughter Eva has since been released from
Noreen and Matthew are facing life-changing injuries with rehab in the near future.
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The family were involved in the two-car
Gardai and emergency services rushed to the scene on the N59, where two women in their 40s and 20s, a boy, nine and girl, three, were all transported by
Each were described as having serious injuries at the time of the incident.
Another woman, in her 50s, who was the driver of the other car also received a medical assessment in hospital.
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"Shortly before 2:30pm, Gardaí and emergency services responded to a collision on the N59 at Ballysadare.
"The occupants of one vehicle—two adult females, aged in their 40s and 20s, along with a 9-year-old boy and a 3-year-old girl— were transported by ambulance to Sligo University Hospital with serious injuries.
"The sole occupant of the second vehicle, a woman in her 50s, was taken to the hospital for assessment."
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A spokesperson added: "Gardai are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward.
"Road users or pedestrians who were in the area at the time and have camera footage (including dash-cam recordings) are asked to make this available to investigating Gardaí.
"Anyone with information is urged to contact Sligo Garda Station at 071 915 7000, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station."
'KINDNESS AND GENEROSITY'
The family have set up a
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And the family has since issued a statement to thank all those who have rushed to their aid following the incident.
They said: "We're overwhelmed with gratitude for your kindness and generoisity.
"Your donation to our iDonate page has brought us comfort and support during this challenging times."
With a target of €70,000, the family have so far raised a whopping €68,000.
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"Their lives—and those of their loved ones—have been turned upside down."
"Since the accident, Martin, Jack, and the extended Ruddy and Mangan families have been by their sides, offering love and support through this incredibly difficult time."
"This fundraiser has been set up to help support the family through the many challenges ahead—emotionally, physically, and financially."
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"Any support you can offer, big or small, will make a real difference in their journey to recovery."
"Thank you for keeping them in your thoughts and for any help you can provide."
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Gardai attended the scene of the crash
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