Issue Date: 26/08/2026
Gardaí in Blanchardstown are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision that occurred on Wednesday, 26th August 2026.
Shortly before 12:30am, Gardaí and emergency services responded to a single-vehicle collision in Ballycoolin, Dublin 15, between the Snugborough road Cappagh Road roundabouts. The sole occupant of the car, a woman in her 20s, was pronounced deceased a short time later.
The scene is currently preserved for examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators. The road remains closed, with local traffic diversions in place. The Coroner has been notified and a post-mortem examination will be arranged.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward. In addition they are also seeking any road users who may have camera footage, including dashcam footage, from the area at the time.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Blanchardstown Garda Station on 01 6667000 or the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111.
