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# Thiago Cortes
Teenager arrested in connection with death of delivery cyclist
Thiago Cortes was killed following a hit-and-run incident in Dublin on 31 August.

A TEENAGER HAS been arrested in connection with the death of Thiago Cortes. 

The Deliveroo cyclist was killed following a hit-and-run incident in Dublin on 31 August in the North Wall Quay area of the city. 

Cortes (28) was taken by ambulance from the scene in a serious condition but passed away from his injuries at the Mater Hospital on 2 September

Investigating gardaí arrested the teenage suspect earlier today in relation to the fatal collision. 

He is currently detained in Store Street Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.

A garda spokesperson added that investigations are ongoing.