05/09/2019

Motorcyclist Killed In Dublin Crash

A man has died following a collision between a motorbike and a taxi in Dublin.

The crash occurred on the Old Navan Road near Mulhuddart in the west of the city at around 7pm on Wednesday evening, 04 September.

The 45-year-old motorcyclist was taken to Connolly Hospital in Blanchardstown and Gardaí later confirmed he had died.

The taxi driver, aged 50, was left uninjured.

The road was closed overnight but has since reopened.

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses, particularly a pedal cyclist who was also at the scene and may have witnessed the collision.

Officers can be contacted at Blanchardstown Garda Station on 01-6667000, The Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.



(JG/MH)

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