Justice Minister vows to provide force with best safety technology in wake of garda death

Garda Flatley, who lived in Balbriggan, and who was based at the roads policing unit at Dublin Castle, suffered fatal injuries when he was struck by a motorbike while conducting speed checks in north county Dublin.

The Minister for Justice has said he is committed to ensuring “top technology” is available to Gardaí following the tragic death of Kevin Flatley.

Jim O’Callaghan made his comments as tributes poured in for Garda Kevin Flatley (49), who was killed while conducting speed checks in north county Dublin. Garda Flatley was a member of the Roads Policing Unit. He is the 90th member of the force killed in the performance of duty.