Gardaí are currently at the scene of a serious road traffic collision on the M9 Southbound in County Kilkenny.
The incident occurred at approximately 7.35pm yesterday (Thursday) evening.
The collision, which involved two vehicles, occurred between Junction 8 and Junction 9 Southbound.
The male driver (30s) and male passenger (30s) of one car were taken to University Hospital Waterford with serious injuries. Both men are understood to be in a critical condition.
The male driver (20s) of the second car is also receiving medical treatment for serious injuries at University Hospital Waterford.
The M9 remains closed this morning between Junction 8 and Junction 9 Southbound. A technical examination of the scene will be conducted by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators. Diversions are in place.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to contact them.
Any person who was travelling on the M9 northbound or southbound in Kilkenny yesterday evening between 7.00pm and 8.00pm and who may have camera footage (including dash cam) is asked to contact investigating Gardaí.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident can contact Thomastown Garda Station on 056 775 4150, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
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