Man, 80s, who died after falling from mobility scooter in Kinsale named locally

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the tragic incident that occurred on Sunday morning

The incident occurred in Cork St in Kinsale. Picture Dan Linehan

A man in his mid-80s has died following a fall from a mobility scooter in a tragic incident in Kinsale, Co Cork. 

The man was seriously injured after falling while travelling on Cork St, shortly after 9.30am on Sunday. 

He was taken to Cork University Hospital by ambulance, where he has since been pronounced dead.

The victim was named locally on Monday afternoon as Liam Dyer of Barrack Street, Kinsale.

In the wake of the incident, gardaí have issued an appeal for anyone who may have witnessed the accident to come forward. 

Anyone with information has been asked to contact Bandon Garda Station on 023-8852200 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.