3 people have been hurt in a crash in Co. Monaghan.

Gardai say the vehicle they were travelling in hit a tree at Mahercross on the Carrickmacross to Drumconrath Road at 10:40pm last night.

All 3 were taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda for treatment.

One male is said to be in a serious condition.

The road has been closed for a technical examination.