Man, 40s, dies after collision in Limerick

The road remains closed to facilitate a technical examination by Garda forensics. Local diversions are in place.

A man in his 40s has died after a crash in Limerick.

Gardaí were called to the scene on the N20 at Ballyouragan near Croom on Thursday morning at about 7.25am.

The collision was between two cars.

A man, aged in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

A woman, aged in her 30s, has been taken to hospital for treatment of injuries believed to be serious.

No other injuries were reported.

The road remains closed to facilitate a technical examination by Garda forensics. Local diversions are in place.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to contact them.

A spokesperson said: "Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area between 7.00am and 7.30am this morning are asked to make this footage available to investigating gardaí.

"Anyone with information is asked to contact Henry Street Garda Station on 061 212400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station."