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23rd Aug 2019

Man dies following road collision in Dublin

Rudi Kinsella

Clare crash

The incident occurred on Friday morning.

A man has died following a road collision between a motorcycle and a pedestrian on Friday morning.

Gardaí are investigating the fatal road traffic collision, which occurred at approximately 9.45am.

The incident occurred on the Malahide Road, Dublin 5, between the Artane roundabout and the junction with Kilmore Road.

A male pedestrian in his late 50s was pronounced dead at the scene.

His body has been removed to Dublin City Mortuary for a full post-mortem examination.

The male motorcyclist was taken to Beaumont Hospital with minor injuries.

The stretch of road remains closed to facilitate a Garda forensic examination, diversions are in place.

Gardaí at Coolock are appealing for any witnesses to this incident to come forward, particularly any motorists who were travelling in the area at the time and may have dash cam footage.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Coolock Garda Station on 01- 6664200 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.