Five hospitalised as Louth car crash closes N2 at Ardee

Gardaí seek information after late-night crash on N2

According to a RTE report, he collision involved two vehicles at Blakestown, near Ardee, at around 11.40pm. Gardaí and emergency crews were dispatched to the scene.

Among those seriously injured were two men, one in his 50s and the other a teenager, along with two women aged in their 20s and 50s. All four were transported to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda.

A fifth person, a man in his 30s who was travelling in the other vehicle, also taken to hospital. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, Gardaí said.

The N2 remains shut at the crash site as specialist Forensic Collision Investigators examine the scene. Motorists are being directed along local diversions while the investigation continues.

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to come forward and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who was travelling through Blakestown around the time of the incident.

Anyone who can assist the investigation should get in touch with Drogheda Garda Station at 041 987 4200, contact the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or provide information in person at their local Garda station.