18/10/2013

63-Year-Old Dies In Co Limerick Road Crash

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses to a fatal road crash in Co Limerick this morning.

A 63-year-old man died in a two vehicle collision on the R523 in Athea at around 07:10am on Friday.

Another man, understood the be 33, was taken to University Hospital Limerick, his injuries are not thought to be serious.

The road is closed for a forensic examination and diversions are in place.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the crash to contact Newcastle West Garda Station on 069-20650.

(MH/IT)

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