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Garda Ombudsman Clears Officers in M9 Crash | Dublin News
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- Sep 19, 2026
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Summary
A fatal head-on collision on the M9 on August 16th has sparked national attention, but a crucial update: the police ombudsman has cleared the Gardaí involved, confirming they acted lawfully during the pursuit. Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly praised their difficult, split-second decisions under pressure, while An Garda Síochána reaffirms its support for officers caught in the emotional aftermath. The Garda’s own investigation continues, with care for the four injured, as the nation grapples with the tragedy and the complex realities of policing on Ireland’s busiest roads. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://dublinpeople.com/news/dublin/articles/2026/09/18/gardai-acted-lawfully-before-fatal-m9-crash-ombudsman-finds/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/29f485bc348adf34 Report issues to [email protected].