Ronan Keating’s brother Ciaran Keating has been named as the victim of a fatal road crash.
Ciaran was the older brother of Boyzone star Ronan and is in his 50s.
He has been named as the victim of a fatal road crash on the N5 near Swinford, Co. Mayo, on Saturday afternoon (July 15).
It has been reported that Ciaran was travelling with his wife, Ann Marie, to watch their son, Ruairi, play for Cork City FC.
The match was set in the evening for a Premier Division League of Ireland clash with Sligo Rovers.
Ronan’s brother suffered fatal injuries in the two-car collision which took place in the townland of Ballymiles, Ireland.
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Ciaran’s wife has also been taken to hospital for treatment after gaining injuries in the crash, though they are not said to be life-threatening.
The male driver of the other vehicle is also said to be receiving treatment for serious injuries.
Christy Hyland, an Independent member of Mayo County Council, commented on Ciaran’s death today and said: “Our sympathy goes out to all the Keating family. Ciaran’s death is truly shocking”.
The football team his son plays for took to social media to show support for the Keating family.
They tweeted: “All at Cork City FC are deeply saddened at the passing of Ciaran Keating, father of our player Ruairí Keating.
“We extend our deepest sympathies to Ruairí and the entire Keating family at this exceptionally difficult time. May he rest in peace. We ask that the family’s privacy be respected at this difficult time. Funeral arrangements will be confirmed in due course. #CCFC84”
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Fans commented below to share their own condolences, with one writing: “Deepest condolences to Ruairí, his family and all at the club from Cobh Ramblers FC May he rest in peace”
A second added: “RIP Ciaran, condolences to Ruairi and his family.”
While a third penned: “May the family has the strength to deal with this moment. They’re not alone!”
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