Fatal Road Accident Claims Life in Kilkenny

A man in his seventies tragically lost his life in a car accident in County Kilkenny. The mishap transpired on R448 in Smithstown, Mullinavat, on a Monday morning around half-past nine. The police confirmed it was a solo car accident with the elderly man behind the wheel who died.

The community coroner has been informed of the incident and is making preparations for an autopsy. The mishap led to a temporary closure of the road for a thorough analysis by a forensic collision investigation team, which has since been reopened.

The police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident, particularly those who may have video footage of the accident, to step forward and cooperate with their investigation. Information related to the incident is welcomed at the Waterford police station with the contact number (051) 030 5300, the Confidential Garda tip line at 1800 666 111, or any local police station.

Written by Ireland.la Staff

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