The Donegal International Rally has been cancelled after a young male spectator passed away following an accident on the twelfth stage.
Statement:
Motorsport Ireland and Donegal Motor Club are deeply saddened to confirm that a young male spectator has passed away following an accident on the twelfth stage of the Donegal International Rally.
As a mark of respect the organisers have cancelled the remainder of the event.
As the governing body for four-wheeled motorsport in Ireland, Motorsport Ireland together with An Garda Siochána, have begun a full investigation into the circumstances of the accident.
Motorsport Ireland are aware that video footage of the accident is circulating on social media and would ask anyone that sees it not to share it. Motorsport Ireland and Donegal Motor Club express their deepest sympathies to the family of the deceased and ask that everyone respect their privacy at this time.
