Cyclist, 60s, hospitalised after being found on the side of the road in Kerry

Man was riding an electric bike when the incident happened at around 12.45am on Sunday at Bracker O'Regan Road, Tralee

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward. Picture: Dan Linehan

A cyclist in his 60s was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after being found unresponsive on the side of the road in Co Kerry. 

The incident happened at around 12.45am on Sunday at Bracker O'Regan Road, Tralee. 

The man, who had been riding an electric bike, was treated at the scene before being taken to University Hospital Kerry for injuries which are understood to be serious. 

A technical examination of the scene has since been carried out and the road has reopened. 

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward. 

They are also seeking any camera footage, including dashcam video from those traveling in the area at the time, to assist with the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Tralee Garda Station at 066-7102300, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800-666111, or any Garda Station.