Motorcyclist dies following Mayo road accident

A motorcyclist has died from injuries sustained in an accident near Ballyhaunis yesterday afternoon.

The motorcycle, a man aged in his 40s, collided with a car on the N83 at Johnstown on the main Ballyhaunis to Cloonfad Road.

He was transferred by air ambulance to Galway University Hospital in a critical condition and has since passed away.

A technical examination of the scene has been conducted by An Garda Síochána. 

Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information, particularly any road users who may have dash-cam footage, to contact Gardaí in Claremorris on 094 937 2080 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.