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Sunday World
2 days ago
- Sunday World
Funeral details announced for motocyclist killed in tragic Garda Kevin Flatley crash
Gardaí then confirmed last Sunday that the motorcyclist involved in the collision had also died as a result of his injuries in hospital. The funeral for the motorcyclist killed in the crash that claimed the life of Garda Kevin Flatley last month, will take place on Saturday. Izzet Can Berber, aged in his thirties was involved in the fatal collision which occurred at Dublin speed checkpoint on the R132 at Lissenhall near Swords in Dublin on Sunday, May 11. Garda Flatley became the 90th officer to die in the line of duty in Ireland when he was hit by the motorcyclist during the collision. Gardaí then confirmed last Sunday that the motorcyclist involved in the collision had also died as a result of his injuries in hospital. A post on has confirmed that Izzet Can Berber, of Balgriffin, Dublin 13 and formerly of Turkey and late of the Elliott Group will be reposing in Staffords Funeral Home, Golf Links Road, Portmarnock on Friday, 6th June, from 3pm to 5pm. A service for family and close friends will take place in Staffords Funeral Home, Portmarnock on Saturday morning at 10am followed by burial in Balgriffin Cemetery. Pictured: Izzet Can Berber News in 90 Seconds - 6th June 2025 It is requested that women wear head scarves at the cemetery. A donation box will be in the Funeral Home and all donations will go to the staff in the ICU unit in Beaumont Hospital.
Sunday World
4 days ago
- General
- Sunday World
Tributes paid to motorcyclist who died following crash that killed Garda Kevin Flatley
'I saw him, a beautiful young man, in Beaumont Hospital, surrounded by an incredible team, fighting to save his life' Tributes have been paid to the motorcyclist who died in hospital over the weekend following a crash which also claimed the life of Garda Kevin Flatley. Izzet Can Berber, aged in his thirties, was involved in the fatal collision which occurred at Dublin speed checkpoint on the R132 at Lissenhall near Swords, North Dublin last month. Garda Kevin Flatley became the 90th officer to die in the line of duty in Ireland when he was hit by the motorcyclist during the collision on Sunday, May 11. Gardaí confirmed on Sunday morning that the motorcyclist involved in the collision had died as a result of his injuries in hospital. Garda Kevin Flatley According to a notice on Izzet Can Berber, of Balgriffin, Dublin 13 and formerly of Turkey and late of the Elliott Group (died) 'peacefully, in the wonderful care of staff in the ICU Unit in Beaumont Hospital with his loving wife by his side'. Predeceased by his parents Ayse and Ozer, he is the 'beloved husband of Caitríona'. 'Very sadly missed by his loving wife, his adored children Daniel, Emily and Kuzey, sister Gunes, parents-in-law Gerry and Patricia, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and his wide circle of friends in the motorbike community,' the notice reads It adds: Huzur içinde uyusun (may he rest in peace) A donation box will be in the funeral home with all donations going to the staff in the ICU unit in Beaumont Hospital while funeral arrangements will follow. In the condolences section one, person wrote: 'Such an unfortunate tragedy for both' while another offered: 'Deepest sympathy to Izzet's wife and family thinking of you all at this incredibly sad time. 'I saw him, a beautiful young man, in Beaumont Hospital, surrounded by an incredible team, fighting to save his life. 'May he always be an inspiration to his children, a family man with a great work ethic, unfortunately taken in the prime of his life.' Another offers: 'Our heartfelt sympathy to you, the children, yours and Jan's immediate and extended family and friends. Pictured: Izzet Can Berber (from News in 90 Seconds - 3rd June 2025 'You radiated positivity and gave us tremendous support and incredible encouragement in the midst of your own trauma. Thank you so much for that.' 'I am deeply sorry for your loss,' another mourner wrote. 'There are no words that can truly ease the pain of losing someone so dear, but please know that my heart is with you, your three beautiful children and all Can's family during this incredibly difficult time. 'Can's memory will always live on through the love he gave through your beautiful family.' In a statement shared earlier with DublinLive, Mr Berber's wife Caitriona said: "He passed away peacefully holding my hand on Saturday night. "He was an amazing husband and even more amazing father to his son and two stepchildren. "And we are internally grateful to all our friends and family for the support over the last three weeks and also want to thank the doctors and nurses in ICU who did everything in their power to save him and support our family though his time there." Garda Family Liaison Officers are providing ongoing support and information to both the Flatley and Berber families. Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.
