11/11/2013

Man Killed In Road Accident

A man has died following a road traffic accident in Co Limerick.

The 49-year-old was driving a vintage motorcycle at Kilballyowen, just outside Bruff, before 5.30pm yesterday (Sunday) when the incident happened.

It is understood he was travelling along a rural road when he crashed into a wall on a bend. He died at the scene.

The weather conditions were reported to be bad at the time of the crash.

Witnesses to the crash are asked to contact Bruff Garda Station on 061 382940, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

(JP/IT)

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