Gardaí at scene of fatal road traffic collision in Corr na Mona

Gardaí are currently at the scene of a fatal road traffic collision involving a car and a bicycle that occurred at approximately 1.30 p.m. today (Sunday) on the R345 near Corr na Mona, Co. Galway.

The cyclist, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries have been reported.

The road is currently closed and forensic collision investigators are currently at scene. Local diversions are in place.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this collision and for any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling on the R345 near Corr na Mona at this time to make this footage available to them.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Clifden Garda Station on (095) 22500, the garda confidential line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.