Long tailbacks in Limerick city as gardai cordon off road for crime scene

THERE are long tailbacks in Limerick city this Wednesday morning as gardai blocked off a road to preserve a crime scene,

Gardai taped off a section of Athlunkard Street, outside St Mary's Church, so there is no access over Athlunkard Bridge leading to Corbally.

Traffic is being diverted away from one of the main arteries into Limerick city causing long delays at rush hour. Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible.

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It is understood that a man was seriously assaulted as part of a large fracas last night - St Patrick’s Day.

Gardai have been contacted for comment.

More to follow…