Man scampers after causing 'substantial damage' to a van in Falcarragh collision

Gardaí are on the lookout for a young man who caused a traffic collision and left “substantial damage” in Falcarragh before taking off on foot.

A two-vehicle collision took place at Carrowcannon, Falcarragh on Saturday, February 1, at approximately 6pm when a silver VW Passat 04DL was driven out of a parking space into the path of an oncoming van. The driver of the Passat left the area on foot following the collision.

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He is described as being a young male, of stocky build and he was wearing a grey hoodie. Substantial damage was caused to the van and no injuries were reported.

If anybody observed the male in question on foot, if they have dash cam footage from the area or if they can assist in any way with this investigation they are asked to contact Milford Gardaí on 074-9153060. The Garda Confidential line may be contacted on 1800 666 111.