Limerick town turned into 'war zone' by feuding groups

At least three separate groups are involved in a local feud that sources said they fear will result in persons being seriously injured or worse

One of several cars extensively damaged and left abandoned on the street. Picture: David Raleigh

Armed Gardaí were patrolling the town of Rathkeale in Co Limerick, Monday night after violent incidents erupted between rival groups, leaving the town “like a war zone”, locals said.

A number of vehicles were written off in ramming incidents, and machetes were allegedly produced, as gardaí sealed off a large section of the town.