BREAKING: Man rushed to hospital following collision in Kilkenny

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a single vehicle road traffic collision that occurred on the M9 southbound at Paulstown, County Kilkenny, at approximately 8.10pm on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.

The driver, a man aged in his 30s, is being treated for serious injuries at St Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin.

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No other injuries were reported.

The road is currently closed for a technical examination by forensic collision investigators and local diversions are in place. 

Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward.

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Any persons who were on the M9 before the Paulstown exit between 8pm and 8.20pm and who may have witnessed the incident should contact investigating gardaí.

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Any road users who were travelling in this vicinity at the time, and who may have camera footage including dash cam, are asked to make this footage available to investigating gardaí.

Gardaí can be contacted at Kilkenny Garda Station on 056 7775000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

Investigations are ongoing.

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