A cyclist was killed in a collision with a van in County Clare on Sunday evening. The incident occurred on the N67 at Baunmore, near Kilrush, around 8 p.M. Gardaí confirmed the cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was transported to the mortuary at University Hospital Limerick for a post-mortem examination.
Emergency services responded to the crash shortly after the collision. Witnesses reported the van struck the cyclist from behind. The driver of the van was detained at the scene and is expected to face charges. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the accident.
This is the second cycling-related fatality in the region this month. Local officials have called for increased road safety measures. The N67 is a major route connecting Limerick to Clare, with heavy traffic during peak hours. The cyclist’s identity has not been released, pending family notification. The case is under review by the coroner’s office.
