A teenage boy is in a critical condition in hospital after sustaining serious head injuries after coming off a motorcycle in Co Kerry on Sunday afternoon.
The 16-year old, originally from Asdee but living in Tarbert, came off the bike near his home at about 2pm.
The boy is believed to have been riding a dirt bike at the time of the incident.
He was airlifted from the scene to University Hospital Limerick at 2.30pm.
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A source said the boy’s condition is “critical”.
The boy is expected to be airlifted to Cork University Hospital later on Sunday for specialised treatment.
Gardaí are investigating the incident.