TRIBUTES ARE BEING paid to a man (21) who was fatally injured following a two-car crash in Cork on Friday evening.

The collision happened near Mallow at approximately 5 pm. Gardaí and emergency services rushed to the scene at Cecilstown, shortly after 5pm.

The driver of one of the cars, a man in his 20s, had sustained fatal injuries. He has been named locally as Brandon O’Connell Walsh who lived in Dromagh, Cork but was originally from Banteer.

Speaking about the incident local Councillor Ian Doyle said, “It’s tragic, no question about it. Our hearts go out to the family.”

Paying tribute local GAA club Dromtariffe GAA said, “Our deepest condolences to Susan & Denis, Christian, Charlie & Luke & all Brandon’s family & friends on his very sad and untimely death’’.

Another local described him as “a kind but strong and determined young man”, while a former schoolmate wrote: “The memories of our school days both primary and secondary, will last forever. You always put a smile on everyone’s face. Gone way too soon, but you will never be forgotten & we’ll meet again some day.”

Brandon is survived by his parents Susan and Tony and brothers Christian, Charlie, Luke and Anthony. His funeral arrangements will be announced tomorrow.

Meanwhile, the driver of the second car, a young male, was rushed via ambulance to Cork University Hospital. His injuries have been described as serious.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward. In addition, road users who may have dash-cam footage from the area at the time of the incident are also urged to contact Gardaí.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this collision to come forward. Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area at the time are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Mallow Garda Station on 022 31450, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.