Man dies after Limerick road accident, another man injured

A man has died and another man is injured after a car accident in Co. Limerick.

The single-vehicle accident happened at Curraghroche, Galbally, Limerick at 2.30am this morning.

The 24-year-old male driver died while an 18-year-old male passenger has been taken to the Mid Western Regional Hospital with injuries.

His injuries are described as not life threatening.

The road has been closed for a Garda Forensic team and diversions are in place.

Witnesses are asked to contact Bruff Garda Station on 061-382940, the Garda Confidential Line 1-800-666-111 or any Garda Station.