Irish international hospitalised after car engulfed in flames in Limerick collision
They are being treated for injuries which 'are believed to be non life-threatening at this time'
THE WOMAN rushed to hospital after a car burst into flames following a collision in county Limerick is a current Irish soccer international.
The two-car collision took place on the N69 near Glin shortly before 8pm on Sunday night. It was first reported by Limerick Live on Monday night.
Gardai, firefighters from Newcastle West and Foynes, and paramedics with the National Ambulance Service all rushed to the scene.
A garda spokesperson said a woman, aged in her 20s, was brought to University Hospital Limerick to be treated for injuries which "are believed to be non life-threatening at this time".
Ms McCarthy, aged 27, is an experienced centre back who can also play in midfield. She is currently on Shamrock Rovers' books.
The Kerry woman has previously played with Galway, Cork City, Glasgow City and UCD Waves. Ms McCarthy won her first cap for Ireland in 2016. She was ruled out of last year's World Cup after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
Two men were also rushed to hospital.
“One man, aged in his 40s, was taken to University Hospital Limerick for treatment of injuries believed to be non life-threatening.
“A second man, aged in his 50s, was taken to University Hospital Kerry to be treated for injuries which are believed to be non life-threatening,” said the garda spokesperson.
Firefighters put out the car ablaze and remained at the scene until after 11pm. The road was closed for a number of hours.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the collision to contact them.
“Any road users or pedestrians who were in the area between 7.45pm and 8.15pm and have camera footage (including dash-cam) are asked to make this available to investigating gardaí.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Newcastle West garda station on (069) 20650 the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station,” said the garda spokesperson.