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Cyclist dies after being knocked down near Phoenix Park in Dublin

It is believed the cyclist was struck by a car.

Updated: 5.45pm

Expect delays on Conyingham Road (Island Bridge inbound) due to a Road Traffic Collision.
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A CYCLIST HAS died after being knocked off his bike near the Phoenix Park in Dublin this afternoon.

A man in his 30s was seriously injured on Conyngham Road at around 2.15p.m. He was taken to St James’s Hospital where he later passed away. A post-mortem will tbe carried out. The driver, a woman in her 40s, received minor injuries.

A garda spokeswoman said: “Gardaí in Kilmainham are seeking the assistance of any members of the public who travelled this road and who may be able to offer any further information or witnessed the collision to contact them at 01 – 6669700, the Garda Confidential Line 1 800 666 111, or any garda Station.

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