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The Irish Sun
37 minutes ago
- The Irish Sun
Heartbroken family of ‘sadly missed' young man, 22, who died after fatal Laois collision confirm funeral details
THE HEARTBROKEN family of a 22-year-old man who was killed in a single-vehicle collision in Laois have confirmed his funeral details. Colm Lynch O'Sullivan, 22, who lived in Cloncourse at Ballaghmore, Co Laois, tragically passed away on Thursday, June 26, after a He was originally from Roscrea in Co Colm's death is the 81st fatality on In a heartbreaking funeral notice, his family said: "Colm passed tragically on the 26th of June, 2025. "Pre-deceased by his sister Grace. Dearly loved son of Olive and Con. READ MORE ON NEWS "Sadly missed by his brothers Brendan and Tomas, aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, niece, extended family and all his friends." Colm will repose in Tierney's Funeral Home in Roscrea on Sunday evening from 4pm to 7pm. Requiem Mass will be held at 11am on Monday in St Molua's Church in Ballaghmore. Burial will follow afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Most read in Irish News The funeral mass can be viewed on the funeral notice, where the link will be available for those unable to attend. The tragic man has been remembered as "a larger than life character" and "a gentle soul" in heartbreaking tributes that have been pouring in. Gardai and RSA measures aimed at driving crash deaths on Irish roads A close friend wrote: "Heartfelt condolences to Olive, Con, Tomas, Brendan relatives and many many friends at the untimely passing of your dearest Colm. "Colm will always be remembered as a larger than life character and would always lit up the corridors of CCR. "So grateful to have cherished memories of the school years with Colm and honoured to be his friend. Rest in peace Colm." Another person said: "Sincere sympathy to Con, Olive, Tòmas and Brendan on the tragic loss of Colm. "Colm was a real gentleman and always so good humoured. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May Colms gentle soul rest in the arms of Jesus." A mourner added: "Deepest sympathy to the Lynch and O'Sullivan family on the sad loss of your dear son Colm. "Taken too soon he will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his many friends and all who knew him. May his gentle soul rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. WITNESS PLEA A garda spokesperson said: "Gardai are appealing for witnesses to the incident to come forward. "Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) from the area between 3am and 3.30am are asked to make it available to Gardai. "Anyone with information is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on (057) 8674100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. "Investigations are ongoing." 1 Colm tragically passed away after a fatal crash in Laois Credit:
The Irish Sun
5 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Man, 20s, killed after being struck by car in early morning Dublin collision as road remains closed amid Garda appeal
A MAN in his 20s has died after he was struck by a car in an early morning collision in Dublin today. The incident happened at Balbutcher Lane in Ballymun, Dublin 11 at around 4.55am this morning. Gardai were alerted to scene involving the pedestrian and the car and the pedestrian, the man in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries have been reported. The road is currently closed for a technical examination by Forensic Collision Investigators and local diversions in place. Gardai are now appealing for any witnesses to make contact with them, especially those with dash-cam footage. READ MORE IN NEWS They are particularly interested in anyone who may have been in the Balbutcher Lane and Balcurris Park areas of Ballymun, between 4am and 5am. In a statement a garda spokesperson said: "Gardai are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision that occurred in Ballymun, Dublin 11, this morning, Saturday 28th June 2025. "At approximately 4:55am, Gardai and emergency services were alerted to a road traffic incident involving a car and a pedestrian at Balbutcher Lane. "The pedestrian, a man aged in his 20s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Most read in Irish News "No other injuries have been reported at this time. "The road is closed for technical examination by Forensic Collision Investigators, with local diversions in place." Gardai and RSA measures aimed at driving crash deaths on Irish roads They continued: "Gardai are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them. "Any road users or pedestrians who were in the vicinity of Balbutcher Lane and Balcurris Park areas of Ballymun, between 4:00am and 5:00am, and have camera footage (including dash-cam) are asked to make this available to investigating Gardaí. "Anyone with information is asked to contact Ballymun Garda Station at (01) 6664400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station." 1 Local diversions are in place Credit: Brian Lawless/PA Wire
The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Man, 20, who's first in Ireland charged with possessing 3D-printed firearm is pictured after Dublin arrest
THIS is the young man who's the first person in Ireland to be charged with possessing a 3D-printed firearm. Craig McKeever, 20, from Dromard Road, Drimnagh, south Dublin, appeared before Dublin District Advertisement 3 Craig McKeever has been charged with possessing a 3D gun Credit: Supplied 3 He was allegedly caught with a 3D printed firearm 3 The court heard that he was wearing a bullet proof vest He was charged with possessing a Harlot And he was also The weapon was allegedly discovered after the accused was arrested by uniformed The accused has been remanded in custody at Advertisement READ MORE IN IRISH NEWS He's due to reappear in court on July 3. The court also heard a second man was also charged over the incident. During McGeever's court appearance, the court heard that he was also wearing a bullet proof vest and the loaded gun was inside it when he was stopped. Gardai also told the court the gun was related to an ongoing 'violent feud'in the city. Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN Garda Nial White told the court McKeever was charged at 5.25pm on Thursday. The court also heard how the accused's 3D PRINTED GUNS Members of the accused's Following the young man's appearance, the Irish Sun can also reveal Gardai in Advertisement 3D-printed guns, often described as a type of 'ghost' gun, are firearms that can be assembled using a 3D printer, downloadable blueprints and some basic materials.
Dublin Live
a day ago
- Automotive
- Dublin Live
M50 driver steering van with his knees while using two phones
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A van driver is facing a hefty fine after they were caught allegedly steering their vehicle with their knees while using two mobile phones on a busy motorway during rush hour. Gardai launched a 24-hour National Day of Action at 12am on Wednesday targeting mobile phone use and distracted driving. Distracted driving is defined as any behaviour that diverts a driver's attention from the road. And while on patrol of the M50 at Blanchardstown yesterday, members of the Grada Road Policing Unit spotted a van 'swerving' in and out of lane three. When the officers pulled the vehicle over, they discovered that the motorist was 'talking on a phone using his right hand while scrolling through a second phone using his left hand and the van was being steered by his knees'. Gardai said that the driver has now been reported for dangerous driving. Posting about the incident on the official An Garda Siochana Twitter page, a garda spokesperson said: "While on patrol of the M50 at Blanchardstown, this van was seen swerving in and out of lane 3. "Driver was talking on a phone using his right hand while scrolling through a second phone using his left hand and the van was being steered by his knees during rush hour traffic. The driver has now been reported for dangerous driving. This was just one of a number of detections today as part of our a National Day of Action targeting mobile phone use while driving." Motorists who are detected holding a mobile phone while driving will receive a Fixed Charge Penalty Notice (FCPN) of €120 and three penalty points on their driving licence. The penalties are even harsher if the dangerous driving causes death or serious bodily harm. According to the Road Safety Authority, distracted driving - including mobile phone use - is estimated to be a contributing factor in 20–30 per cent of all collisions on Irish roads. The daily average detected using their phone while driving during 2024 was 60. Over 21,500 drivers received FCPNs last year having been detected using their phone while behind the wheel. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
‘Sadly missed' young man, 22, killed in single-vehicle crash in Laois pictured as tributes paid to ‘dearly loved son'
TRIBUTES have poured in for a young man who died following a crash on the Tipperary/Laois border early this morning. Gardai and emergency services were alerted to the single-vehicle Advertisement The driver of the car, who was the sole occupant, was pronounced He has been named locally as Colm Lynch O'Sullivan, 22, who lived in Cloncourse, Ballaghmore, Colm was originally from Roscrea in Co Tributes poured in online for the young man following his tragic death. Advertisement READ MORE IN NEWS One friend wrote: "RIP my friend, many a right laugh we had. "May you get the best bed in heaven, condolences to the family." While another added: "Rest in peace Mush." Colm is predeceased by his sister Grace and is survived by his parents, Olive and Con, and brothers, Brendan and Tomas. Advertisement Most read in Irish News No funeral arrangements have been confirmed yet, but his death notice described him as a "dearly loved son" who would be "sadly missed" by his family. The road was closed for a technical examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators and local diversions were put in place following the fatal accident. Gardai and RSA measures aimed at driving crash deaths on Irish roads Colm's body was taken to Midlands Regional Hospital in Portlaoise where a post-mortem examination was carried out. Gardai are appealing for witnesses to the incident to come forward. Advertisement A garda spokesperson said: "Gardai are appealing for witnesses following a fatal single-vehicle collision at Ballaghmore, Borris-in-Ossory, Co. Laois in the early hours of this morning Thursday 26th June 2025. "Gardai and emergency services were alerted to a collision on the R445 at approximately 3.15am. "The male driver, sole occupant of the car, aged in his 20s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. "His body has been removed to the Midlands Regional Hospital in Portlaoise where a post-mortem examination will take place in due course. The local Coroner has been informed. Advertisement APPEAL "The road remains closed this morning for examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators. Local diversions are in place. "Gardai are appealing for witnesses to the incident to come forward. "Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) from the area between 3am and 3.30am are asked to make it available to Gardai. "Anyone with information is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on (057) 8674100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. Advertisement "Investigations are ongoing." Colm's death is the 81st fatality on Irish roads this year - which is the very same number as the same period last year. 1 Tributes poured in online for the Tipperary man Credit: COLLECT
