THE aunt of a man tragically killed in a crash in Meath has paid a heartbreaking tribute.
Gardaí are investigating a fatal road traffic collision which occurred at Oldcastle, Co Meath in the early hours of Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Gardaí and emergency services responded to a collision involving a single vehicle at Boolies, Oldcastle at approximately 2.20am.
The sole occupant of the car, a man in his 20s, was pronounced deceased at the scene a short time later.
He has been named locally as Glen Smith, 24, from Mount Nugent in Co Cavan.
In a heartbreaking tribute, Glen’s aunt Kathleen said: “My darling nephew, devastated doesn’t come close.”
Others also shared devastating tributes following Glen’s sudden death.
Another said: “May God give you strength to bear this pain.
“It’s heartbreaking myself knowing Glen and all the family for last 10 years, it’s hard to believe he is gone.
“I couldn’t sleep since this sad news, he was truly amazing young soul.”
Local councillor Eimer Toibin from Aontu added: “What devastating news for his family. The unspeakable sadness of his sudden loss.
“May he rest in peace. Heartfelt condolences and prayers to his family.”
Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this collision to come forward.
In a statement, they said: “Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were in the area at the time are asked to make this footage available to Gardaí.
“Anyone with any information is asked to contact Kells Garda Station on (046) 9280820, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.”
No funeral arrangements have been made as of yet.
To date, there have been a total of 16 road deaths on Irish roads this year.
