Fifteen-year-old Tadhg Callaghan Carter was killed after being struck by a vehicle during the Donegal International Rally. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, prompting an immediate halt to the event and a decision to cancel the remainder of the rally as a mark of respect.
Two other spectators sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were treated at Letterkenny University Hospital. An investigation by An Garda Síochána and Motorsport Ireland is underway, with authorities seeking witnesses and any available footage from the scene.
As investigations unfold, attention will be on safety measures at motorsport events. The rally's cancellation highlights the need for stricter protocols to protect spectators. Watch for potential changes in regulations from Motorsport Ireland in response to this tragedy.