Three people died and three others were injured in a three-vehicle collision in County Armagh, Northern Ireland, on Saturday night. The crash occurred on the Moy Road near Armagh city shortly before 10:30 PM on .
The victims have been named as Laura Hoy, a 23-year-old woman from Cookstown, County Tyrone; Conor Quinn, a 31-year-old man from Derrylaughan, County Tyrone; and John Guy, a 49-year-old man from Keady, County Armagh. Police confirmed the families of the deceased have been informed and are receiving support from family liaison officers.
The collision involved a red BMW, a grey Volkswagen, and a white Audi, according to Assistant Chief Constable Davy Beck of the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI). Three further individuals were injured in the crash. One person is currently being treated at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast, while two others are receiving care at Craigavon Area Hospital. All three injured individuals are reported to be in stable condition.
The tragedy brings the total number of road fatalities across Ireland on , to seven, according to reports.
Speaking near the scene of the crash, ACC Beck described the scene as “really challenging and a difficult scene” for emergency responders. He expressed his “personal” and “heartfelt” condolences to the families affected by what he called a “real tragedy.” He added, “One can only imagine the real sense of shock and grief that is engulfing those families at this particular time.”
Local political representatives have expressed their shock and sadness at the news. Diana Armstrong, a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Fermanagh & South Tyrone, described it as “a very dark day for families who have been plunged into shock and mourning.” She offered her “deepest sympathies and sincere condolences,” stating that the families must be “totally at a loss to comprehend the scale of this tragedy.”
The Ulster Unionist Party’s deputy leader also conveyed their condolences, noting the shock felt within the local community and expressing support for those impacted. They also thanked the PSNI and emergency services for their swift response.
The PSNI has launched an investigation into the cause of the collision and is appealing for information from anyone who may have witnessed the incident. Authorities have requested that anyone with relevant information contact them. The Moy Road, where the crash occurred, has since been reopened to traffic.
The death of Conor Quinn has prompted an outpouring of grief on social media. His sister described him as a “cherished father, brother and son” who will be “always be loved and missed.”
This incident underscores the ongoing concerns surrounding road safety in Northern Ireland. While specific data on road traffic accidents for 2026 are not yet available, the PSNI regularly publishes statistics and implements campaigns aimed at reducing collisions and fatalities. The focus often includes addressing issues such as speeding, drink-driving, and driver distraction.
The tragedy also highlights the close-knit nature of communities in rural Northern Ireland, where the loss of life is deeply felt across wider networks of family and friends. The response from local representatives and the wider community demonstrates the support that will be crucial in the coming days and weeks as those affected grapple with their loss.
ACC Beck expressed confidence that the community would “rally around those impacted by this terrible event.” The long-term impact of this tragedy on the families and the wider community remains to be seen, but the immediate focus is on providing support and ensuring a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision.
