Urgent: Man Killed in Tipperary Crash, Second Death in 24 Hours

URGENT UPDATE: A man in his 70s has tragically died following a road traffic collision in Cahir, County Tipperary, earlier today, September 21, 2023. This devastating incident marks the second fatality on Irish roads within the last 24 hours, highlighting a troubling surge in traffic-related deaths.

The fatal collision occurred at approximately 11:05 AM on the N24, involving a motorcycle and a van. Authorities confirm that the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, while no other injuries have been reported. This incident follows a fatal crash in Cork on the M8 motorway last night, where another man was killed after being struck by a vehicle.

In a separate incident, four individuals were left in serious condition due to a crash on the M9 motorway in Kilkenny, underscoring the urgent need for road safety awareness across the region.

The N24 is currently closed as Gardaí conduct a technical examination of the crash site. Local diversions are in place, and authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.

Gardaí are particularly interested in any road users who may have camera or dash-cam footage from the area between 10:45 AM and 11:15 AM today. Witnesses can provide footage or information by contacting Cahir Garda Station at (052) 7445630, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any local Garda Station.

As investigations into this latest crash are ongoing, the community is left reeling from the loss. Authorities emphasize the critical importance of road safety, especially in light of these back-to-back tragedies. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as Gardaí work to uncover the circumstances surrounding these incidents.