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Teenage boy who died at Donegal Rally is named

THE teenager who died in a tragic collision at the Donegal International Rally on Saturday has been named as 15-year-old Tadhg Callaghan Carter.

Gardaí say they are continuing to investigate the fatal incident.

A garda spokesperson said: “Shortly before 5pm, Emergency Services and Gardaí were alerted following an incident involving a participating vehicle at Trentagh, close to Kilmacrennan, ‘Location 15 on Special Stage 12 Gartan’.

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“A spectator (a male in his mid-teens) was conveyed to Letterkenny University Hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.

“The local coroner has been notified, and a port-mortem examination will be arranged.

“The road has since been reopened.

“Gardaí are appealing for witnesses who were present at ‘Location 15 on Special Stage 12 Gartan’ on Saturday 20th June 2026, particularly those with mobile phone or dash cam footage in the area.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Letterkenny Garda Station at 074 916 7100 or the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111.

“Investigations are ongoing and further updates will follow.”

The remainder of the Donegal International Rally has been cancelled as a mark of respect.

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