Garda launch an investigation following a hit-and-run in Newtowncunningham

Gardaí are investigating a hit-and-run that occurred in Tonyhabboc, Newtowncunningham. A driver had travelled along the R237 and came to a stop upon reaching the junction with the N13. 

A car, described as being blue in colour and possibly a VW collided with the rear of their car. The driver of the blue VW did not remain at the scene but turned right onto the N13 and travelled onwards in the direction of Burt/Bridgend. 

The incident occurred on Wednesday, November 22 at approximately 5:20 pm. 

“We appeal to anybody who may have travelled on the N13 between Bridgend and Newtowncunningham on that date between 5:15 pm and 5:30 pm and who had a dash cam to make the footage available to Gardaí in Letterkenny,” Garda Grainne Doherty said. 

Anyone who was in the area or has information should contact Letterkenny Garda station at 0749167100 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666111