Four hurt as Luas, car collide at Blackhall Place

Four people were taken to hospital today after a car crashed into a Luas tram in Dublin.

Four people were taken to hospital today after a car crashed into a Luas tram in Dublin.

The accident happened before 7 a.m. at the signal junction between Blackhall Place and Benburb Street.

The car, with three passengers, collided with the Luas travelling on the Red Line from Connolly Station to Tallaght.

The passengers suffered minor injuries and were taken to hospital. The driver of the tram was also taken to hospital to be treated for shock.

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The tram was taken back to the Luas depot at the Red Cow Roundabout with minor damage. Normal Luas services resumed at 8 a.m.