Four others were involved in the incident in Delvin last night.
The thirteen year old boy who died in a car crash in Westmeath last night has been named locally.
Joseph Anderson from Delvin was killed, another teenager was taken to hospital and three others received non-life threatening injuries in the incident.
Investigations by the Gardai and GSOC remain ongoing.
Local Fianna Fáil councillor John Shaw says the news came as a shock to people in the area this morning:
COSMOS Star Party Returns To Offaly Tomorrow
Midlands Astronomy Club host the event tomorrow at Teach Lea Community Centre in Tullamore.
Midlands Ambassadors Appointed For Census Exhibition
It's in advance of the landmark release of the 1926 Census of Population records on 18th April.
Planning Permission Granted For New Offaly Corporate HQ
The HQ is set for Sragh Industrial Estate in Tullamore.
Fuel Price Protest Day Four: Ministers To Meet With Haulage And Farming Reps
Demonstrators continue across the midlands today.
CAP Meeting Unveils Deep Concerns From Midlands Farmers
Midlands MEP Barry Cowen hosted a panel discussion in Mullingar to debate farmers concerns.
Offaly Branch Of Parkinsons's Ireland Host 'Walk In The Park' Tomorrow
It takes place from 11 am tomorrow at Lloyd Town Park.
Midlands MEP Backtracks After False ‘Tanks on Irish Streets’ Claim
Ciaran Mullooly made the comments yesterday.
Westmeath Man Criticises HSE Statement On Wife's Death
A formal apology was given to the family of Maria Fitzpatrick from the HSE on behalf of Portiuncula Hospital last November.
Niall Horan Adds Fourth And Final Dublin Gig
Friday November 13th is the fourth date the Mullingar singer is adding.
Push For Irish Rail To Renew Westmeath Old Rail Trail Lease
Moate Councillor Vinny McCormack feels it needs to be renewed now for future opportunites.
Yellow Alerts Issued For Rain And Wind Across Multiple Counties
The midlands is set to avoid of the worst of the conditions.
Westmeath Hosts Free Heart Screenings This Morning
The event takes place from Mullingar Library today.
"He Should Correct The Record" - Minister For Europe On Midlands MEP Tank Comments
Further blockades and demonstrations are expected across the Midlands today.
Offaly Wind Farm Community Scheme Closing Tomorrow
Mountlucas Wind Farm Community Gain Scheme looks to support nearby voluntary groups.
Westmeath County Council To Launch Affordable Purchase Scheme
Phase one wil open for ten homes at Coola Meadows in Kilbeggan.
Laois Road Gets Green Light For Renovation
Upgrades to the Mountmellick Road will be given the green light.
Fuel Price Protest Day Three: Government Behaviour 'Cowardly' - Offaly TD
Demonstrators will be taking action across the midlands today.
Stakeholders Gather In Midlands To Debate CAP Policy Changes
The event takes place at the Mullingar Park Hotel this evening.
Major Grants Announced For Historic Structures In The Midlands
Belvedere House will receive the highest amount across the midlands.
Laois Among Top Counties For Fuel Price Gouging Complaints
40 contacts have come from the county according to a CCPC report.
