The evidence at the inquest was that the event took place amid heavy rain and wind two days after a Status Red weather warning.

The incident happened on the N23, Lisheenbaun, at approximately 11:40 pm.

A woman in her 70s is in critical condition after a late-night crash in Co Kerry. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses.

Mr O’Connor was allegedly attacked on Friday morning.

The man in his 40s was found unresponsive outside a house in Castleisland

Emergency services are currently at the scene, and diversions are in place.