01/06/2016

Investigation Launched Into Fatal Road Collision In Co Clare

Gardaí have launched an investigation following a fatal car crash in Co Clare.

A car collided with a motorcyclist at around 4.45pm on the Lisdoonvarna to Kilrush road (R478) on Tuesday, 31 May.

A 35-year-old male was pronounced dead at the scene.

The male driver and a female passengers were also injured and have been taken to Galway University Hospital and Limerick Hospital.

The motorcyclist was seriously injured and is also being treated at Limerick Hospital.

The road was closed to allow a Forensic Collision examination to take place, however it has since reopened.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses.

(LM)

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