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The Irish Sun
13-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
‘Ultimate sacrifice to people of Ireland' – Gardai issue emotional statement after Gda Flatley's tragic checkpoint death
GARDAI across the country have issued emotional tributes as they mourn the loss of their colleague Garda Kevin Flatley. The Dublin Castle-based on the R132 at Lanestown in north . on Sunday afternoon. Advertisement 9 Garda Kevin Flatley is the 90th Garda to die in the line of duty Credit: Garda Press Office 9 Condolence books have opened across the country for the beloved dad Credit: Facebook/An Garda Síochána 9 Flags across the country are flying at half mast to honour Garda Flatley Credit: Facebook/An Garda Síochána Garda Flatley was struck by a Yamaha 1000 motorcycle at the checkpoint, the driver of which remains in a critical condition in Beamount hospital. The country has been thrown into mourning following the death of the 49-year-old dad, who was Condolence books have opened across the country and a special ceremony was held in Dublin Castle last night to Senior Advertisement READ MORE IN NEWS The dad-of-two's car remained at Dublin Castle during the service, where he had parked it before his fatal shift on Sunday. Gardai have now issued an heartbreaking statement of thanks to the Irish public who have rallied in support of They said: "Your support over the past 24hrs since the devastating loss of our colleague, Garda Kevin Flatley while on-duty is of comfort to us all. "Thank you for your sincere, kind words of condolences during this dark time - they are appreciated and felt by the whole organisation. Advertisement Most read in Irish News "We understand that many of you may wish to extend condolences to Garda Flatley's loved ones having given the ultimate sacrifice to the people of Ireland. Micheal Martin 'deeply saddened' of Garda Kevin Flatley at Dublin checkpoint "There are now Books of Condolences open to you at An Garda Síochána, Dublin Castle where Garda Flatley was stationed, Garda Headquarters in the Phoenix Park, and in stations across Ireland. "Please see our regional Facebook and Instagram pages for local information." An Advertisement 9 A memorial prayer service was held in Dublin Castle yesterday Credit: Niall Carson/PA Wire 9 Gardai gathered to support each other as they mourn the significant loss Credit: Niall Carson/PA Wire 9 Garda Commissioner Drew Harris attended the service Credit: Niall Carson/PA Wire Gardai in Advertisement Posting on social media they said: " A Book of Condolence has been opened for members of the public who wish to express their condolences to the family of Garda Kevin Flatley. It is available at the reception desk of Carlow Garda Station. Garda Kevin Flatley will be mourned by all of us Carlow Gardai "Garda Kevin Flatley was a son to Breda and Michael, a husband to Úna and a father to Aoife and Erin. Kevin was appointed to An Garda Síochána in September 1998 and started his career in Pearse Street Garda Station. "In January 2002 he transferred to Blanchardstown Garda Station where he worked in Community Policing. In October 2018, he joined the Roads Policing Unit, Dublin Castle. "Garda Kevin Flatley will be mourned by all of us in An Garda Síochána and the ultimate sacrifice he made to keep people safer on our roads will not be forgotten." Advertisement 'DEDICATED SERVICE' Similar tributes have poured in from Garda Stations around the country as the force "reel" from the loss of their colleague. Louth Gardai have also invited the public in to stations across the county to sign a book of condolence for Kevin Flatley. They said: "As we reel from the tragic death of our colleague, Garda Kevin Flatley, we continue to think of his wife and daughters, his family, colleagues, friends and all who knew and loved him. "Any member of the public who wishes to express their condolences on the death of Garda Flatley RIP are welcome to attend Dundalk Garda Station, Drogheda Garda Station and Ardee Garda Station where books of condolences have been opened. Advertisement "Sadly, on Sunday 11th May 2025, Kevin became the 90th Member of An Garda Síochána not to return home from his duty. "The flags in Garda Stations across the country may fly at half mast over the next few days as we mourn our colleague who died in the line of duty, serving the people of Ireland. "Rest in peace, Garda Flatley, 27260D. You gave a life of service to the people of Ireland. Thank you for your 26 years of dedicated service." INFORMATION APPEAL Gardai are continuing to investigate the untimely death of their Advertisement Assistant Commissioner Paul Cleary told how a senior investigating officer had been appointed to lead the investigation. He explained 'We have spoken to witnesses and collected CCTV footage but I would like to reissue that appeal to any person who may have been on the R132 or in that area to come forward with any information.' Following the collision, the bike involved landed 300 metres from the impact. As part of the probe, the brave officer's speed camera will be examined to establish the speed of the motorcycle. Advertisement Gardai are examining CCTV footage from a nearby garage before the crash. Garda Commissioner 9 Garda stations across the country are inviting the public in to sign condolence books Credit: Social Media Collect 9 Garda Kevin Flatley served for 26 years Credit: Journalist Collect Advertisement 9 Gardai and the public have left flowers at the site where the Garda lost his life Credit: Niall Carson/PA Wire
RTÉ News
12-05-2025
- RTÉ News
Harris calls for road safety 'reset' following Garda death
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has said there will be a review of road safety following the death of Garda Kevin Flatley yesterday. Commissioner Harris also called for a "reset" of the approach to road safety following recent deaths on the roads, particularly in relation to speeding, not wearing seatbelts, and distracted and drink-driving. Garda Flatley, a 49-year-old married father-of-two was knocked down as he tried to flag down a speeding high-powered Yamaha 1000 motorcycle on the old Swords to Balbriggan Road in Lanestown near Blakes Cross. The motorcyclist remains in a critical condition in Beaumont Hospital. The GAA club in Balbriggan of which Garda Flatley and his family were members described him as an absolute gentleman who was always willing to help when he could. A second garda was also hit by a motorcycle in Coolock yesterday and broke his leg. One man was arrested. Garda Flatley is remembered today as a dedicated, committed and valued Garda who lost his life in the line of duty. He coached the u10 girls team at O'Dwyers GAA club in Balbriggan, where his two daughters also played. The club described him as an absolute gentleman who always lent a hand when he could. Commissioner Harris said his death once again illustrates "the extraordinary dangers" facing gardaí, and called for "a reset", "a rethink" of society's approach to road safety. He said gardaí want to see "what is the cutting edge, the leading edge in terms of technology and tactics we need to deploy." He also said there will be a review of roads policing and lessons will be learned because we want to police the roads as safely as possible. However, the Commissioner pointed out that while this tragedy represents "the very hard edge" of roads policing, gardaí need to and will keep their reinforcement efforts going. He also said the dangers that gardaí were facing was "extraordinary" and that "unbelievably" a second garda was also hit by a motorcycle in Coolock yesterday and had his leg broken. One man was arrested. A third Garda was also injured on duty last week when he was hit by a car. Gardaí also renewed their appeal for information and dash cam footage. The Commissioner said a number of people had come forward but they were still seeking information on the movements of the R1 Yamaha Motorcycle from around midday yesterday, in the hour before Garda Flatley was killed.
RTÉ News
11-05-2025
- RTÉ News
Calls for 'reset' in road safety following Garda death
The Garda Commissioner has called for "a reset" of the approach to road safety, particularly in relation to distracted and drunk driving, not wearing seat belts and speeding. Drew Harris said there will be a review of Roads Policing following the death of Garda Kevin Flatley in Dublin yesterday. The 49-year-old married father of two was knocked down as he tried to flag down a speeding high powered motorcycle in Lanestown near Blakes Cross. Mr Flatley was a dedicated, committed and valued Garda who lost his life in the line of duty. He was attached to the Garda Roads Policing Bureau at Dublin Castle since 2018 and had previously served in community policing in Blanchardstown where he was well known and liked there. He was knocked down and killed instantly when he tried to stop the high powered Yamaha 1000 motorcycle speeding on the old Swords to Balbriggan Road yesterday afternoon. It was travelling north towards Balbriggan in the fast lane when the Garda tried to flag it down at 12.50pm. The emergency services were called and an off duty doctor treated the Garda at the scene. The Commissioner said that all assistance was rendered as quickly as possible but Mr Flatley died from his injuries. The motorcyclist remains in a critical condition in Beaumont Hospital. Mr Flatley coached the under ten girls' team at O'Dwyers in Balbriggan with great enthusiasm, energy and encouragement and his two daughters played for the GAA club. The club described him as an absolute gentleman who had a huge part to play in the club, someone who always lent a hand when he could. The Garda Commissioner said the tragic death of Mr Flatley once again illustrates "the extraordinary dangers" facing Gardaí. Mr Harris has called for "a rethink" of society's approach to road safety. He said the Gardaí want to see "what is the cutting edge, the leading edge in terms of technology and tactics we need to deploy." However, the Commissioner pointed out that while this tragedy represents "the very hard edge" of road policing, the Gardaí need to and will keep their reinforcement efforts going. He also said that "unbelievably" a second Garda was also hit by a motorcycle in Coolock yesterday and had his leg broken. One man was arrested. A third Garda was also injured on duty last week when he was hit by a car. The Gardaí also renewed their appeal for information and dash cam footage. The Commissioner said a number of people had come forward but they were still seeking information on the movements of the R1 Yamaha Motorcycle from around midday yesterday, in the hour before it killed Garda Kevin Flatley.
