Road re-opens at Barnesmore Gap as injured garda is discharged from hospital

A Garda has been released from hospital after his patrol car was allegedly rammed in the early hours of this morning.
The injured Garda had to be cut from the car following the incident at McGrory’s Brae, which is located between Ballybofey and Donegal Town.
The Garda Ombudsman Commission has examed the scene, which has just reopened to traffic.
Gardai in are warning of major delays, particularly in the vicinity of Ballybofey.
They are also appealing for information on the movements of a black Fiat Punto travelling towards Ballybofey from Donegal Town between 3.15 and 3.45 this morning. The investigation is being coordinated by Letterkenny Garda Station at 074 91 67100.