Gardaí at Nenagh are investigating a single vehicle fatal road traffic collision which occurred at approximately 3pm this afternoon (Sunday January 1st 2017) at Ballintogher, Nenagh.
A female driver in her 80’s (only occupant) was fatally injured when her car collided with a wall at the above location. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene and has since been removed to Limerick University Hospital for a post mortem examination. The local coroner has been notified.
The stretch of road is currently closed to facilitate a Garda Forensic Collision Examination. Local diversions are in place.
Investigating Gardaí are appealing for witnesses. Anyone with information is asked to contact Nenagh Garda Station on 067-50450, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.