By Dean Egan.
Investigations are underway following a light aircraft crash in Kilkenny yesterday.
The incident happened in Woolengrange between Bennettsbridge and Thomastown.
A man, the sole occupant of the aircraft, received non-serious injuries as a result of the incident.
The scene is currently preserved and Gardaí are liaising with the Irish Aviation Authority in relation to the crash.
A statement from Gardaí to Beat News says;
"Gardaí attended the scene of an incident in Woolengrange, Co. Kilkenny this afternoon Tuesday 2nd March 2021.
A microlight aircraft crash landed in the area. The sole occupant of the aircraft, a male, received non-serious injuries as a result of the incident.
The scene is currently preserved and Gardaí are liaising with the Irish Aviation Authority in relation to the incident.
Inquiries are ongoing."
