Motorcyclist, 30, killed in collision outside Naas

The man was fatally injured when he collided with a car at Dagwelds Cross, Blackwood.

A MOTORCYCLIST has died after a road traffic accident in Co Kildare.

The 30-year-old was fatally injured when a car collided with his motorcycle at Dagwelds Cross at Blackwood in Naas.

The motorcyclist was taken to Naas General Hospital but was pronounced dead last night.

The driver of the car, a woman whose age has not been disclosed, incurred minor injuries and was treated at the same hospital.

The road was closed overnight to allow forensic investigations, but has since reopened.

Anyone who may have witnessed the accident is asked to contact Gardaí in Naas at (045) 884300, the Garda Confidential line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

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