Gardaí at Clane Co Kildare are investigating a fatal road traffic collision which occurred on the Dublin Road, Clane at approximately 2pm today (19/5/13)
A male pedal cyclist in his 80’s was fatally injured when he was struck by a car. The driver of the car (Male in his 20’s) was arrested at the scene for drink driving and is currently detained at Naas Garda Station under the provisions of Section 4 –Criminal Justice Act 1984. The deceased was removed to Naas General Hospital where a post mortem examination will take place.
The road is currently closed to facilitate an examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators and diversions are in place.
Investigating Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to contact Naas Garda Station on 045-884300, the Garda Confidential Line 1-800-666-111 or any Garda Station.
