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Motorcyclist dies following collision with tractor in Co Roscommon

A motorcyclist has died following a collision in Co Roscommon. The two-vehicle crash happened on ...
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22.02 7 Oct 2016


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Motorcyclist dies following collision with tractor in Co Roscommon

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22.02 7 Oct 2016


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A motorcyclist has died following a collision in Co Roscommon.

The two-vehicle crash happened on the N5 between Strokestown and Scramoge Cross at around 8pm this evening.

The motorbike collided with a tractor, and the male motorcyclist - aged in his 50s - was pronounced dead at the scene.

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His body has been removed to Roscommon Hospital.

The driver of the tractor was not injured in the incident.

Gardaí say the road remains closed while a forensic examination is carried out.

They are appealing for any witnesses to contact Boyle Garda Station on 071-966-4620, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line on 1800-666-111, or any Garda Station.

 


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