A father of seven from Keady, a long-time Dublin supporter, was buried after the fatal Moy crash on February 21; two other victims have also been laid to rest
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Three people killed in Moy crash remembered at funeral in County Armagh
A three-vehicle collision on Armagh Road outside Moy on the night of February 21 has left a community reeling. Local police confirmed three people died after the crash involving a red BMW; several others were taken to hospital with injuries.
The last of the victims — a 48-year-old man originally from Dublin who had been living in Keady — was laid to rest after a Requiem Mass at St Patrick’s Church, Keady.
Remembering the man behind the headlines
Friends and family filled the church to remember a man described as a devoted father and a proud supporter of Dublin GAA.
He leaves behind seven children and had recently become a grandfather. Although he lived away from the capital for many years, his Dublin roots remained central to his identity — a tie his family honoured by choosing Dublin colours for his burial.
Those who knew him spoke about his warmth, loyalty and steady presence in the community. Attendees paid tribute not only to his life but to the wider grief the crash has inflicted on neighbours and friends.
The crash and its impact
Emergency services were called to Armagh Road shortly after 10pm on February 21. Alongside the three fatalities in the red vehicle, several people were treated for injuries at the scene and in nearby hospitals. Two of the victims were buried earlier in the week; the most recent funeral took place in Keady.
Local leaders and residents have responded with sympathy and practical support for the bereaved families. Volunteers organised meals, transport and vigils, while parishioners opened spaces for quiet reflection. Clergy, including Fr Aidan McCann, acknowledged the family’s loss and the deep ripple effects a tragedy like this can have across a small town.
Calls for improved road safety
The collision has renewed calls for a review of safety measures along the affected route. Community representatives are urging authorities to consider better signage, improved lighting and stricter enforcement of speed limits. Campaigners want a clear timetable for any proposed interventions so that residents know when changes will be made.
Investigators continue to examine the circumstances of the crash, looking at road conditions, vehicle factors and the emergency response. Authorities said they will release further details when inquiries are complete.
Community resilience and needs
Beyond immediate condolences, neighbours and local organisations have been working to meet the practical needs of the families left behind. With multiple dependants involved, the demand for emotional, financial and logistical support is high. Residents have quickly mobilised to provide help with funeral arrangements, childcare and everyday errands.
Longer-term discussions are also under way about prevention: proposals include school-based road-safety education, partnerships with transport authorities to review high-risk stretches, and community-led awareness campaigns. Any meaningful change will require funding, clear targets and follow-through from local and regional bodies.
What happens next
Police investigations remain active and officials have asked anyone with information to come forward. Updates will be published once authorities are able to confirm further findings.
Friends and family filled the church to remember a man described as a devoted father and a proud supporter of Dublin GAA. He leaves behind seven children and had recently become a grandfather. Although he lived away from the capital for many years, his Dublin roots remained central to his identity — a tie his family honoured by choosing Dublin colours for his burial.0
