Man, 60s, arrested after two vehicle collision in Limerick
The man, who is aged in his 60s, was later released as Gardaí continue their enquiries into the two vehicle crash in Kilmallock, Co. Limerick at around 1pm last Thursday. It is understood the collision occurred in a car park.
The man was arrested and was brought to Bruff Garda Station for the suspicion of driving while under the influence of an intoxicant by Gardaí.
Authorities confirmed that there were no injuries were reported following the collision, and that enquires are ongoing.
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A Garda spokesperson told the Irish Mirror: 'Gardaí attended the scene of a two vehicle road traffic collision that occurred in Kilmallock, Co. Limerick on Thursday, 3 July, 2025 at approximately 1pm.
'No injuries have been reported at this time.
'A male in his 60s, was arrested and conveyed to Bruff Garda Station for the suspicion of driving while under the influence of an intoxicant.
'He has since been released pending further investigations. Enquiries are ongoing.'
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