The community of West Donegal is in mourning this morning after four young people lost their lives in fatal traffic collision last night.

Shortly before 9pm Gardaí and Emergency Services were called to the scene of a single car crash on a local road near Magheraroarty, Gortahork.

The occupants of the car, four men understood to be aged in their 20s, were pronounced dead at the scene a short time later. The names of those who died in the collision have not yet been released.

The area was sealed off  and garda forensic collision investitators wre tasked to the scene, which will remain preserved today for a technical examination. Local diversions are in place.

Gardaí investigating the incident are appealing for witnesses to contact them. Anyone with information is asked to contact Milford Garda Station on 074-9153060 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.