Man in his 90s killed in Kerry farm accident

It is understood the accident involved a tractor and machinery.

By Paul Hosford Friday 20 Jul 2018, 2:10 PM

Jul 20th 2018, 10:17 AM 19,076 Views 12 Comments

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A MAN IN his 90s has died following an accident on a farm.

The incident happened yesterday on a farm in the Listowel area of Kerry.

Gardaí were called to the scene of the accident around 11am yesterday. It is understood the accident involved a tractor and machinery.

The Health and Safety Authority has been notified and investigations are ongoing.

A post mortem is due to take place today.

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Man in his 90s killed in Kerry farm accident