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02 Mar 2026

Gardai investigate hit-and-run collision in Limerick that left teen injured on the ground

A garda investigation was launched and the suspect vehicle has since been recovered

Gardai investigate hit-and-run collision in Limerick that left teen injured on the ground

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THE DRIVER of a jeep sped off after being involved in a collision with a teenage pedestrian in the city, Limerick Live has learned.

The injuries suffered by the young man in the hit-and run incident were not life-threatening. A garda investigation was launched and the suspect vehicle has since been recovered.

Following a media query from Limerick Live, a garda spokesperson confirmed officers received a report of a road traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.

“It occurred in the Ballinacurra Weston area of Limerick city on Friday, February 6 at approximately 12pm.

“The pedestrian, a male aged in his late teens, received treatment for his injuries,” said the garda spokesperson.

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A vehicle has been seized by the gardai as part of the ongoing investigations, added the spokesperson.

“Enquiries are ongoing,” said the garda spokesperson.

Anybody who can assist investigating gardai in their enquiries, or has dash-cam footage, is asked to contact Henry Street garda station or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.

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