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06 Sept 2025

BREAKING: Second road death in 24 hours as pedestrian (50s) dies after being hit by lorry in Dublin

Gardaí are urging witnesses of the collision to come forward, as an investigation has been launched.

Second road death in 24 hours as man (50s) dies after being hit by lorry in Dublin

A man in his 50s has died following a tragic road traffic incident in Dublin.

The fatal road traffic collision occurred in Dublin city centre on Friday afternoon, and involved the pedestrian and a lorry

Shortly after 3pm, Gardaí and emergency services were rushed to the scene of the incident at the junction of Arran Quay and Church Street.

The pedestrian, a male in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.

The road is currently closed, and traffic diversions are in place as Gardaí conduct a technical examination of the scene.

In a statement, Gardaí urged witnesses of the collision to come forward.

"The local coroner has been notified, and arrangements will be made for a post-mortem examination," a Garda spokesperson said.

"Anyone with mobile phone footage or dash-cam recordings from the area at the time is requested to share this footage with the investigating Gardaí".

Anyone with information is asked to contact Bridewell Garda Station on 01 666 8200, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.

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