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Man in his 60s dies in County Westmeath crash

Dec 21, 2025 08:30
By Shannonside News
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Man in his 60s dies in County Westmeath crash

The crash happened at Cushinstown, Killucan shortly before a quarter past 2 on Friday afternoon.

A man in his 60s has died after a crash involving two cars in County Westmeath.

The crash happened at Cushinstown, Killucan shortly before a quarter past 2 on Friday afternoon.

Two cars collided on the Royal Canal Way.

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Following the collision one of the drivers, a man in his 60s, became unwell and was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.

None of the other people in the car needed treatment.

The scene has been examined and the local Coroner has been notified.

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A post mortem examination will be carried out.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

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