Fundraiser for young girl seriously injured in Tipperary accident raises over €5,000

A fundraiser has been launched for a young girl seriously injured in a Tipperary accident recently. 

The GoFundMe page - which has so far raised over €5,000 - states that "on September 12 at 4pm a tragic accident forever changed the lives of our neighbours".

"Little Amber, just 4-years-old, was seriously injured in a devastating accident on the Killoscully Road.

"For a heart-wrenching period, her parents and four siblings feared the worst, uncertain if Amber would pull through.

"Against all odds, Amber is fighting bravely, but her path to recovery will be long and will require extensive rehabilitation.

"During this time, her parents will need to remain by her side in Temple Street Hospital for an extended period.

"No one ever wants to be in their shoes, and I am raising funds to support the family and try to ease their financial burden by helping with their living and travel expenses as Amber receives the critical care she needs.

"Any contribution, big or small, will help ease the burden during this incredibly difficult time.

"All funds will go directly to Vivian and Ger to help with their ongoing and upcoming expenses."

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a serious road traffic collision near Killoscully on September 12. 

The collision involving a van and a pedestrian occurred on the L2110 at Garraunbeg at approximately 4pm.

The pedestrian, a female minor, was conveyed to University Hospital Limerick for treatment of serious injuries.

She has since been transferred to Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street where she remains in a serious condition.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this collision to come forward.

Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area between 3:30pm and 4.30pm, are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Nenagh Garda Station on 067 50450, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.