A 59-YEAR-OLD woman was killed in a road accident in west Kerry last night.

Gardai in Annascaul are investigating the two vehicle fatal road traffic collision that occured at Ballynane, Annascaul, at approximately 6.40pm on Thursday evening.

A 59 year old woman was fatally injured when the car she was a passenger in collided with another car. She was removed to Kerry General Hospital and died later that evening.

The female driver of the car (58), along with the male driver (39) of the other car were removed to Kerry General Hospital. Their injuries are not life threatening.

Gardai wish to appeal for witnesses to contact Dingle Garda Station on 066 – 9153850, The Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.