Wrong Way on Motorway Kills Five | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 24, 2026 · 1m

Five teenagers lost their lives in a horrific head-on collision on the M9 after a car drove the wrong way — a tragedy that’s sparked national outrage and renewed calls for road safety. Officials warn this isn’t an isolated incident, pointing to a disturbing pattern of reckless driving, possibly fueled by social media, with devastating consequences for families and communities. The Taoiseach condemned the behavior with zero tolerance, while the Road Safety Authority urges drivers to stay vigilant, especially near exits and slip roads, and to act calmly and safely if they encounter or become a…