Fatal Collision on Leap-Drinagh Road Claims Life of Cork Man

Gardaí have launched a witness appeal following a fatal single-vehicle collision that claimed the life of a man in his 60s on the road between Leap and Drinagh this morning.

The collision occurred in the Corran Middle area of West Cork between 10:30am and 11:30am on Monday, 22 September. The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene, with no other injuries reported.

The road remains closed as Garda Forensic Collision Investigators conduct a technical examination of the scene. Local diversions have been put in place to manage traffic flow around the closure.

Investigating Gardaí are making a particular appeal to road users who may have been travelling through the area during the hour-long window when the collision occurred. Any motorists with dash-cam footage or other camera recordings from between 10:30am and 11:30am are being asked to make this material available to officers.

The stretch of road between the popular West Cork villages of Leap and Drinagh is a well-travelled route connecting communities in the Clonakilty area. The closure will likely affect local commuters and those travelling to nearby attractions along the scenic coastal route.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant information is asked to contact Clonakilty Garda Station on 023 882 1570, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

The investigation remains ongoing as Gardaí work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.