The community of Rathkeale in County Limerick is in mourning after a two-year-old boy died in a suspected hit-and-run collision, according to the Irish Examiner. The child has been named locally, and the incident has left residents describing themselves as "heartbroken."
Gardaí have released a man who was arrested in connection with the incident, the Irish Independent reports. The release comes as the investigation into the fatal collision continues, with authorities appealing for any witnesses to come forward.
The toddler was described as "a little angel" by those who knew him, according to multiple reports from the Limerick Leader and Limerick Post. The collision occurred in the town of Rathkeale, and the news has sent shockwaves through the close-knit community, with RTE reporting that locals are "in shock" at the sudden loss of the young child.
The precise circumstances of the collision have not been fully detailed in the reports. However, the incident has prompted an outpouring of grief and support for the family, who are said to be devastated by the tragedy. Local officials and community members have expressed their condolences as the area comes to terms with the event.
The investigation remains active, and gardaí are continuing their inquiries into the fatal incident. The focus now will be on establishing the full sequence of events that led to the collision, as the community begins the difficult process of healing. Further updates are expected as the probe progresses.
