The road remains closed this morning.
Four people have been killed in a multi-car crash in county Galway.
It happened near Junction 15 on the M6 near Ballinasloe at around 7.15pm last night.
Traffic Alert: Gardaí are currently at scene of a Serious RTC on the M6. Motorists are advised that the collision occurred at Junction 15 Ballinasloe on the westbound lane. Please use an alternative route as diversions are in place. pic.twitter.com/utWsCUZjeo
— An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) August 19, 2021
Source: Twitter (@GardaTraffic)
Four people were pronounced dead at the scene, while at least one other person has been hospitalised with their injuries.
It's believed a car had been travelling the wrong way down the motorway and hit two other vehicles.
The road is closed this morning between Junctions 14 and 16 to allow for forensic examinations to take place.
Gardaí are advising motorists to avoid the area.
