10/04/2019

Elderly Woman In Critical Condition After Being Struck By Motorcyclist

A woman in her 70s has been seriously injured in a crash in Dublin.

The incident happened on Ballinteer Avenue at around 7.45pm, after the woman got off a bus and attempted to cross a road. It is believed she was then struck by a motorbike.

She was taken to St James's Hospital and has since been transferred to Beaumont. She is believed to be in critical condition.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the incident to contact Dundrum Garda Station on 01-6665600 or the Garda Confidential Lane 1800 666 111.



(JG/CM)

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