15-05-2025
Three cyclists injured after being struck by car on busy road in Co Cork hit-and-run as ‘ongoing' probe launched
THREE cyclists were injured in a hit-and-run on a busy road in Co Cork last night.
The cyclists were medically assessed last night but it understood that all three suffered non life-threatening injuries in the crash, which took place near the Rugby club on the busy road.
Gardai confirmed that the driver of the car involved in the crash "failed to remain at the scene".
The road remained closed last night and local diversions were put in place, with drivers in the area urged to "take care" on approach.
In a statement, a garda spokesperson said: "Investigations are ongoing".
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They added "The three cyclists are receiving medical assessment for injuries believed to be non-life-threatening at this time.
'The road is currently closed with local diversions in place.
'Investigations are ongoing.'
Separately, tributes have been pouring in for a "lovely" grandmother who
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Nora Mackin, 70s, died suddenly when she was struck by a car in the Tullynavall Road area of Cullyhanna
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The mum-of four and grandmother-of-seven has been remembered as a "devoted mother" and "gentle" woman.
Her death notice reads: "Loving wife of Stephen. Devoted mother to Martin, Maureen (Larkin), Fiona (Sims) and Kevin.
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"Grandmother to Deirbhile, Pearse, Siofra, Shea, Adam, Leon and Daithí. Sister of John, Kathleen (Leonard), Mary (McCreesh) and Chris (Conneally)."
UUP representative, David Taylor said: 'I am very sorry to hear of this tragic accident that occurred.
'I sincerely want to extent my sympathies to the family.'
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Secretary of Clontibret Bowls Club Brendan Magennis said: "Sorry to hear about Nora. Met her at Cullyhanna Bowling Club. A lovely lady.
"Our sympathies to Stevie and all the family from the members of Clontibret Bowls Club."
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The cyclists in Cork were hit on the R627 in Westpark, Midleton
