Gardaí at Newcastle West are investigating a fatal road traffic collision, involving two vehicles, which occurred on the R523 at Carrickerry, Athea, Co. Limerick, on 18th October 2013 at approximately 7.10am.
A male, 63 years, sole occupant, was fatally injured when his car was involved in a collision with another vehicle. He was pronounced dead at scene and his body was removed to Limerick Regional Hospital where a post mortem is to be arranged.
The driver of the second vehicle, male, 33 years, sole occupant, was also taken to Limerick Regional Hospital with non-serious injuries.
The road is currently closed to facilitate an examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators and local diversions are in place.
Investigating Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to contact Newcastle West Garda Station on 069-20650, the Garda Confidential Line 1800-666-111 or any Garda Station.
