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Man airlifted to Hospital following Frenchpark crash

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Originally published at 7:30pm. Updated at 10:30pm

The N5 between Frenchpark and Ballaghaderreen has re-opened following a two vehicle collision at Sheepwalk.

The incident occurred at approximately 6pm and a man was subsequently airlifted to Sligo Hospital. The extent of his injuries or those of other parties involved, is not known at this time. The road was closed for a number of hours to enable an examination of the scene by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision is asked to contact Castlerea Garda Station on 094 9621630.