Cyclist seriously injured after hit-and-run in Dundalk

The collision took place on the Castletown Road in the Louth town on Monday at around 1.50pm.

A cyclist has been left seriously injured after he fell from his bike and collided with a passing car in Dundalk.

The collision took place on the Castletown Road in the Louth town on Monday at around 1.50pm. The car failed to remain at the scene of the collision.

The male pedal cyclist, in his late 20s, was seriously injured during the collision. He was removed from the scene to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Dundalk where he was treated for his injuries.

Officers who are leading the investigation have asked for anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward.

A  Garda spokesperson explained: "Any road users and pedestrians who were on Castletown Road, Dundalk and surrounding areas on the afternoon of Monday between 1.45pm and 2.30pm and noticed any unusual activity is asked to contact investigating Gardaí.

"Anyone who may have camera footage (including dash cam) of this area for Monday afternoon is asked to make this available to Gardaí.

"Anyone with information which may assist Gardaí is asked to contact Dundalk Garda Station on 042 938 8400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station."