Two men are in critical conditions and another is seriously hurt after a road crash in Co. Kilkenny.
The two car collision happened on the M9 at around 7.35 last night.
The driver and passenger of one car who are both aged in their 30's were rushed to Waterford Regional Hospital where they are being treated for critical injuries.
A man aged in his 20's who was driving the other car is in a serious condition.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward.