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Witness Appeal: Serious Road Traffic Collision in Longford Town - April 20th, 2024

Issue Date: 20th April 2024

Gardaí in Longford are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision in Longford Town, on Saturday, April 20th, 2024.

Gardaí and emergency services were notified shortly after 4:30 pm regarding a collision between a car and a motorcycle on the N4 at Aghadegan. The motorcyclist, a man in his 40s, sustained serious injuries and was airlifted from the scene to Tallaght Hospital. The motorist did not require immediate medical treatment.

The scene has been examined, and the road has since fully reopened.

Gardaí appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision or who was traveling on the N4 in the Aghadegan area at the time to come forward. Those with camera footage, including dashcam footage, are particularly encouraged to provide it to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Longford Garda Station at (043) 3350570, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

Investigations are ongoing.