Motorcyclist, 40s, dies at scene of horror crash with car in Monaghan as investigators make urgent appeal for witnesses
A MAN has died after a horror crash between a car and motorcycle in Monaghan this afternoon.
The fatal crash happened on the R190 at
Upon arrival they found a motorcyclist, aged in his 40s, in critical condition.
Despite the best efforts of the emergency services the biker was pronounced dead at the scene.
His body was then removed from the scene to the mortuary at Cavan General Hospital.
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The local coroner has been notified and arrangements will be made for a post-mortem examination.
The R190 between Ballybay and Cootehill has been closed to allow for an examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators.
Local traffic diversions are in place.
Gardai are appealing for witnesses to the incident to come forward.
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A spokesperson said: "Gardai in Co Monaghan are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision involving a car and a motorcycle on Monday, 16 June 2025.
"At around 1:20pm, Gardai were alerted to a collision on the R190 at Lisnalong.
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"The motorcyclist, a man aged in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene and his body has been removed to the mortuary at Cavan General Hospital.
"The R190 between Ballybay and Cootehill remains closed for the scene to be examined by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators and local traffic diversions are in place.
"The local coroner has been notified and arrangements will be made for a post-mortem examination.
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"Gardai are appealing for witnesses to the incident to come forward.
"Road users who may have relevant camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area between 1pm and 1:30pm are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact Castleblayney Garda Station on 042 9747900, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station."
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A man has died after a horror crash between a car and motorcycle in Monaghan this afternoon
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