Motorcyclist (60s) dies after collision with tractor in Co Dublin
The motorbike he was driving and a tractor-trailer collided on the Old Airport Road in Collinstown at 10.50am on Saturday.
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The man in his 60s was brought to the Mater Hospital where he has since been pronounced dead.
No-one else was injured in the collision.
The road is closed and local diversions are in place.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to contact them.
Anyone with information can contact Santry Garda Station on 01 666 4000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
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