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Marita Moloney

Two people rushed to hospital after car becomes 'airborne' in four-vehicle crash in Co Clare

Two people were hospitalised after a four-vehicle crash in Co Clare.

The incident happened on the Kilkee Road in Kilrush at around 6pm on Tuesday.

Gardai and emergency services rushed to the scene where the four vehicles had collided.

Two people were taken to hospital for treatment and their injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

One motorist in particular had a lucky escape, with local reports stating that one car "became airborne" during the incident and subsequently landed on its roof.

Gardai are investigating the collision.

A Garda road closed sign. (PA Archive/PA Images)

A Garda spokesperson said: "Gardai are investigating a road traffic collision that occurred on the Kilkee Road in Kilrush, Co Clare yesterday evening, Tuesday December 14, 2021 at approximately 6pm.

"The incident involved four vehicles. Emergency services also attended the scene and two person were brought to hospital by ambulance for treatment of their injuries which are described as non-life threatening.

"Investigations are ongoing."

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