A cyclist tragically lost his life in a fatal collision that occurred in Kerry recently. The incident, involving a car and a bicycle, took place on the Killorglin to Cromane Road in Co. Kerry. The cyclist, a man in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene. His body has since been taken to University Hospital Kerry for a post mortem examination.
Authorities have confirmed that a woman in her 20s has been arrested in connection with the incident. She is currently being held under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at a Garda Station in the Kerry Region. As part of their investigation, Gardaí have closed the road and are carrying out an examination with the assistance of Forensic Collision Investigators. Local diversions have been put in place.
Gardaí are appealing to any witnesses who may have observed the collision to come forward with any information. They are specifically seeking any road users or pedestrians who were traveling on the Killorglin to Cromane Road between 8:20 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and may possess camera footage, including dash-cam recordings. Such individuals are urged to make this footage available to the authorities.
If you have any information regarding this tragic incident, please contact Killarney Garda Station at 064 6671160, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Tragedies like these serve as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety for all users. It is crucial that we remain vigilant, adhere to traffic regulations, and prioritize the well-being of ourselves and others while on the roads.
