Molly's death is the latest tragedy to hit the Dempsey family after her older brother Roy died in September 2007 and her brother Killian died in 2016.
Molly Dempsey (15) died after the accident shortly before 5am in Slaney Park, Baltinglass on May 5.
Molly's death is the latest tragedy to hit the Dempsey family. Her older brother Roy died in September 2007 when he was just 13 years old, and in 2016, tragedy struck again when another sibling, Killian, died suddenly, aged just 16.
Molly was pronounced dead at the scene on Sunday, while the driver of the car, a man also in his teens, was arrested on suspicion of offenses under the Road Traffic Act.
He was held at a Garda station in Wicklow but has since been released.
“Investigations are ongoing and a file will be prepared for the DPP,” a Garda spokesperson said.
There were no other serious injuries.
Slaney Park in Wicklow
Molly's funeral details were announced on rip.ie with a message stating: “Molly Dempsey, 5 Whitehall Park, Baltinglass, Co. Wicklow – May 5, 2024 (suddenly, after an accident);
“Beloved sister of the late Roy and Killian. Sadly missed by her heartbroken parents Nigel and Mary, brothers Joe, Charlie and Jake, sisters Laura, Yvonne and Ella, grandmothers May (Fox) and Dolly (Dempsey) uncles, aunts, cousins, extended family and many friends.
“May Moll rest in peace.
“Rest at her residence on Thursday from 12 noon and ending at 8 p.m. Then privately, please.
“The funeral will arrive at St Joseph's Church, Baltinglass, on Friday morning for the Requiem Mass at 11am, after which burial will take place in Baltinglass Cemetery.”
Friends have described Molly as a “beautiful angel”.
Molly is the 70th person to die on Irish roads this year – 17 more than at this time last year.
She is the third person to die in a road accident in Wicklow so far in 2024.
Heartfelt tributes to the teenager poured in online.
“To Mary and Nigel and all your family, we extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your beautiful daughter Molly.
“There are no words that can take away your pain, but know that everyone is sending you love and keeping you in prayers. God bless you all in the days ahead,” one person wrote.
“My deepest condolences Jake, and to your mother, father, siblings and family on the passing of your beautiful Molly. May all your fond memories give your family the strength to get through this sad time,” wrote another.
“Rest in peace now Moll, to the entire Dempsey/Fox family. Mary, Nigel, no words can take away the heartbreak you feel, but know that everyone around you now will be your pillar of strength and are here to support you.
“If you need anything, don't hesitate to ask,” said another.
“Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your beautiful girl. Molly's life was taken far too soon, life was just beginning. May you all unite and help each other through this tremendous loss.
“The love and memories of Molly will live on forever in your heart, she will always be by your side and guide you throughout your life. Rest in the arms of the angels, sweetheart, you are at peace. Sending you all so much love. You will be in my thoughts. Rest in peace sweet girl.”
Gardaí continue to appeal for any witnesses to the collision to come forward.
A Garda spokesperson added: “Any road users who may have CCTV footage (including dashcam footage) and were traveling in the Slaney Park area between 4.30am and 5am are asked to make this footage available to gardaí.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Baltinglass Garda Station on 059 6482610, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.