It has been confirmed that the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Letterkenny has been cancelled.
Two men were hospitalised for treatment of serious injuries after they were struck by a car in the early hours of Monday morning.
The driver of the car, a male aged in his late teens, was arrested at the scene, and remains in Garda custody.
In a statement on social media, the organisers of the parade said "following consultation with An Garda Síochána and in the interest of public safety, we have made the difficult decision not to proceed with the event. While we cannot comment on the specifics of the incident, we must prioritize the safety and well-being of our community and those attending.
The parade route is directly affected, making it impossible to proceed as planned.
They conclude by saying that they would like to extend "sincere gratitude to all those who have worked tirelessly in preparing for today’s event—our volunteers, participants, local businesses, and supporters. Your dedication and effort do not go unnoticed, and we truly appreciate your commitment to bringing this celebration to life."
