Gardaí release further information on Hallow Road crash that left driver in 'serious condition'

Garda Síochána have released further information following the closure of Hallow Road, Blackrath, Newbridge near Ballysax yesterday following a crash.

Gardaí responded to an incident of dangerous driving on the N7 northbound, Co. Kildare on Monday August 19, 2024 approximately 8pm.

The vehicle failed to stop when directed to do so by Gardaí.

Gardaí lost sight of the vehicle and came upon it within a short timeframe later where it had crashed at Hallow Road, Blackrath, Newbridge, Co. Kildare.

The male driver, aged in 20s was removed from the scene to Tallaght University Hospital and remains in a serious condition. A male passenger, aged in his teens, was located a distance from the vehicle and was removed to Naas General Hospital where he is receiving medical attention. His injuries are believed to be non-life threatening.

No Garda members received injuries.

This incident has been referred by Gardaí to the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) as is required by statute.