Teenage cyclist dies after early morning collision with van in west Dublin

Picture:  Dan Linehan

A teenage cyclist has died following a collision in Co Dublin.

Shortly after 7.30am on Wednesday, gardaí were alerted after a cyclist was struck by a van at the junction of Griffeen Avenue, R136, and Balgaddy Road.

The cyclist, a 19-year-old man, received treatment at the scene before being transported by ambulance to Tallaght Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

A garda spokesperson said that no other injuries were reported.

"Garda Forensic Collision Investigators are currently examining the scene and local traffic diversions are in place. The local coroner has been notified and arrangements will be made for a post-mortem examination," added the spokesperson.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Road users who may have relevant camera footage (including dash cam) and were travelling in the area at the time are asked to make this footage available to investigating officers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Lucan Garda Station at [phone], the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.