Man killed in two-car collision close to Limerick/Kerry border

A MAN has died following a two-vehicle road traffic collision near the Limerick/Kerry border.

The road traffic incident occurred on the R552 in Ballylongford, County Kerry at around 4pm this Saturday afternoon.

The three occupants of the second car are currently receiving treatment for their injuries. A man and woman have been taken to University Hospital Kerry while a female (teens) has been taken to Cork University Hospital.

The scene remains preserved this evening to allow for a technical examination, with local diversions in place.

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Gardaí are appealing to anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have video footage (including dash-cam) is asked to contact Gardaí.

Gardaí can be contacted at Listowel Garda Station on 068 50820, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.