Man killed in collision in Portlaoise

A man has been killed in a collision near Emo, Portlaoise this evening. The collision, which occurred at 6.20 p.m

A man has been killed in a collision near Emo, Portlaoise this evening. The collision, which occurred at 6.20 p.m., involved two vans, two cars and a lorry.

The deceased man, who was in his twenties, was driving the car and is believed to have been from the area.

The other drivers were taken to Portlaoise General Hospital but their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

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