TWO MEN IN their early 20s have died after the car they were travelling in hit a ditch near Glenflesk village in Co Kerry overnight.

According to Gardaí, the car lay hidden in the ditch on the N22, until a passing motorist made the discovery at around noon today.

Both men have been taken to Kerry General Hospital in Tralee for post mortem examinations.

The road has been closed for a forensic examination, and local diversions are in place.

Last night’s fatalities bring to 159 the number of people killed on Irish roads so far this year.

Gardaí are appealing for witness to call Killarney Garda station on 064-667-1160, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666-111, or contact any Garda station.

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Two men killed overnight after car hits a ditch

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