Man Jailed for Drunk-Driving Crash Killing Two Friends

A man has been sentenced to four years in prison for a drunk-driving crash in Limerick that resulted in the deaths of two of his friends.

3 Jul, 11:19 — 3 Jul, 12:27

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Why this matters

This case highlights the devastating consequences of drunk driving, particularly when it involves young people and results in the loss of multiple lives. It serves as a stark reminder of the legal and personal repercussions of impaired driving and the profound grief experienced by victims' families.

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irish-independent42d ago

Man jailed for four years over drunk-driving crash in Limerick which killed two friends

Carroll told gardai he was “truly sorry” for the deaths following the collision on February 20, 2024

By David Raleigh

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rte-newsMostly Factual42d ago

Man jailed for four years over crash that killed friends

A 22-year-old man, who was almost three times the legal alcohol limit, has been sentenced to four years in prison for dangerous driving causing the deaths of two of his college friends in Co Limerick two years ago.

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the-journal42d ago