A car struck a footpath in south Dublin, injuring seven teenagers and a driver in their 40s. The incident occurred in Monkstown, according to local reports. Eight people were taken to hospital following the crash.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene. Local Fine Gael councillor Dan Carson described the area as in shock, noting the presence of numerous first responders. The crash is being investigated by authorities.
This is the second such incident in the Monkstown area this month. Previous reports indicated a similar type of collision involving a vehicle veering off the road. Authorities are reviewing road safety measures in the region. The exact cause of the crash remains under investigation.
