Garda on roads policing duty killed after being struck by motorcycle

A Garda, on duty with the Roads Policing Unit has been killed after being struck by a motorcycle today.

Shortly before 1pm, Gardaí and emergency services responded to a collision on the R132 in Lanestown, North County Dublin, where a motorcycle struck a member of An Garda Síochána’s Roads Policing Unit while on duty.

The Garda, named as Garda Kevin Flatley (49), was pronounced deceased at the scene. The motorcyclist, also a male and aged in 30s, was transported by ambulance to Beaumont Hospital for treatment. His condition is understood to be serious.

The area has been preserved for forensic and technical examination, with traffic diversions currently in place. The local Coroner and the Office of the State Pathologist have been notified.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Any road users who may have camera footage, including dash-cam recordings, and were in the area at the time are urged to provide this material to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Swords Garda Station at 01 666 4700, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

Garda Commissioner Drew Harris said he was "deeply saddened by the death of my colleague Garda Kevin Flatley."

"My thoughts, and the thoughts of all personnel in An Garda Síochána, are with Kevin’s family and friends.

"We also think of Kevin’s colleagues at the Roads Policing Unit, Dublin Castle.

"Kevin, 49 years of age, has over 26 years of dedicated service to An Garda Síochána and the people of Ireland.

"Garda Kevin Flatley is the 90th member of An Garda Síochána killed in the performance of duty.

"Kevin was on duty this afternoon, serving the public by endeavouring in keeping them safe on our roads.

"His death is a terrible reminder of the dangers faced by Gardaí.

"Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.”