Multi vehicle accident on N3

Gardaí are diverting traffic, and the road remains open.

Gardaí are warning motorists to slow down on approach following a serious multi-vehicle accident on the N3 this morning.

The crash, involving a truck and several cars, believed to be as many as three, occurred at Upper Lavey, just past the Bent Eblow and St Dympna's Church.

The incident occurred shortly before 8am and gardaí and other emergency services are at the scene.

Gardaí are diverting traffic, and the road remains open.

Gardaí are urging caution regarding potential fuel spillage in the area, and are asking drivers to slow down on approach.