Gardaí are investigating a serious injury road traffic collision which occurred in Bantry Co. Cork shortly after 4 am this morning (20/10/2013).
A male aged in his early 30's was seriously injured following a single car collision at Bridge Street. He was taken to Bantry General Hospital where he remains in a serious condition.
The road has reopened to traffic following a forensic examination of the scene.
Gardai are appealing for witnesses who were in the Bridge St. area of Bantry between 3.30 a.m. and 5 a.m. this morning to contact them.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Bantry Garda Station at 027 – 20860 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.