Gardaí in Kilkenny are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision on the Callan Road.
The collision took place at approximately 9pm, four miles from Kilkenny City, when a car rear ended a tractor and trailor.
Three people were removed to hospital and one person is in a critical condition.
The scene was preserved overnight and a forensic collision investigation is to take place this morning.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision to contact them on (056) 777 5000.
Read also: UPDATE - Road reopens after collision
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