Six teenagers critically injured after car strikes group in south Dublin

A car struck six teenagers as they stood outside shops on a quiet street in Monkstown, near Dun Laoghaire, at around 3pm on Sunday afternoon. The group consisted of three girls and three boys aged between 13 and 15 years old.

Several of the teenagers are now in a critical condition, including one child who suffered serious leg injuries. Sources say investigators fear the teenager may lose part of their leg following the crash.

“A number of Family Liaison Officers have been appointed to support the relatives of those involved in the collision.”

Three of the injured teenagers were taken to Children's Health Ireland Temple Street, while three others were brought to Children's Health Ireland Crumlin for treatment of various injuries.

A friend who was with the group escaped physical injury but was taken to hospital for treatment for shock. At least one victim was stuck under the car while emergency services worked to move the vehicle away.

The female driver, aged in her 40s, remains in hospital receiving medical attention. Investigators believe she lost control of the car after suffering a medical episode, and they consider the crash a tragic accident.

Dozens of gardai, paramedics and firefighters rushed to the scene. The road remains closed as Garda Forensic Collision Investigators carry out a technical examination, and an Incident Room has been established at Dun Laoghaire Garda Station.

Gardai have appealed for witnesses to come forward and have appointed Family Liaison Officers to support the relatives of those involved in the collision.