Groomsman Pleads Guilty to Causing Fatal Crash Hours Before Wedding

A tragic accident has marred a joyous occasion.

Shane Harty, 21, has pleaded guilty to careless driving resulting in the death of his cousin, Myles ‘Miley’ Harty. The fatal crash occurred just hours before Myles’ wedding in August 2021.

The accident, which involved a Skoda hatchback, happened in Limerick. Myles, who was the front-seat passenger, was tragically killed. Another passenger in the back seat was injured.

Myles’ fiancée, Kate Quilligan, was devastated by the loss. The couple was set to marry at St Munchin’s Church, but the wedding turned into a funeral. Remarkably, just a month later, Kate discovered she was pregnant with a “miracle baby.”

Kate has expressed her love and gratitude for Myles and their unborn child. She has shared heartfelt messages on social media, celebrating the life of her late fiancé and the new life growing within her.

The sentencing hearing for Shane Harty is scheduled for November 18th at Limerick Circuit Criminal Court.