A man has been killed at a funeral in Co Kerry.
The incident is believed to have taken place at a funeral of a local woman in Tralee on Wednesday morning, shortly after 11am.
Gardai have launched an investigation into the shocking incident, which also saw a woman injured.
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A statement read: "Gardaí are currently attending the scene of a serious assault which occurred this morning at Rathass Cemetery, Tralee, Co. Kerry, Wednesday 5th October 2022.
"A man in his 40s was pronounced dead at the scene. His body has been taken to University Hospital Kerry.
"Scene is currently preserved pending a full technical examination.
"No further information is available at this time."
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