Gardaí are looking for a silver ford transit van, that failed to remain at the scene.
Gardai are appealing for information following a fatal hit and run in Limerick yesterday afternoon.
A young mother named locally as Marguerita Sheridan from Rathkeale, died when a van ploughed into a set of gates she was standing by.
Ms. Sheridan who was in her 20's gave birth to her first child three weeks ago.
Gardai are looking for a silver ford transit van, that failed to remain at the scene.
Local Councilor Adam Tesky says the town is in mourning.

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