Couple in their 80s seriously injured in M50 crash at Ballymount

Emergency services rush to serious M50 collision

The vehicle crashed through a barrier before travelling down an embankment and landing on the motorway below, according to reports from RTÉ News. Both people in the car were taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Emergency services and Gardaí attended the scene on the southbound carriageway, with the M50 closed while the crash was dealt with. The timing caused major disruption during the evening commute, bringing traffic across south Dublin to a standstill and leaving significant delays even after the motorway reopened.

There has also been speculation that the driver may have lost control following a medical emergency, although this has not been officially confirmed by Gardaí. No arrests had been made at the time of writing, and an investigation into what happened is ongoing.

What happens next

Gardaí are expected to carry out a forensic examination of the crash site, with investigators typically asking anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant dashcam footage to come forward.

The incident comes during a period of increased attention on road safety, with roads policing operations continuing across the summer, including a bank holiday speeding operation. A fatal collision in Pettigo, Co Donegal also highlighted the dangers that can arise during what should be an ordinary journey.