Farmer dies after accident

A FARMER has died following an accident on his farm in Co Limerick.

Michael Stack suffered serious head injuries in an accident involving a tractor at his farm at Kiltanna, Knockaderry.The tragedy occurred on Thursday afternoon. The Health and Safety Authority is investigating the accident.

The 69-year-old is survived by his wife Vera and their five children.

Mr Stack was the second member of the farming community to die in Co Limerick within a week.