Gardaí have launched an appeal for witnesses after a man in his 50s was killed in a single-vehicle collision in County Tipperary.
The fatal crash happened on the R505 near Dundrum shortly before 5.50pm on yesterday afternoon, July 16th 2026.
The driver, who was the only person reported to be involved, was pronounced dead at the scene. His remains were later taken to University Hospital Waterford, where a post-mortem examination is due to be carried out. The local coroner has been informed.
The R505 remained closed following the collision to allow Garda forensic collision investigators to conduct a technical examination of the scene. Diversions were put in place for motorists travelling through the area.
Investigating officers are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who used the road near Dundrum between 5:30pm and 6:00pm on Thursday.
Drivers and other road users who recorded footage in the area are being urged to check their devices. Gardaí said dash-cam video, mobile phone recordings or any other camera footage could assist the investigation and should be provided to officers.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, noticed the vehicle before the collision, or has information that may help establish what happened, is asked to come forward.
Five people have lost their lives in road traffic collisions within County Tipperary so far in 2026; as of yesterday, July 17th 2026. The confirmed fatalities occurred on:-
8th February: Man in his 70s, single-vehicle collision near Holycross.
8th March: Woman in her 20s, pedestrian collision near Templemore.
12th May: Woman in her 20s, two-car collision near Nenagh.
11th June: Motorcyclist in his 30s, collision near Carrick-on-Suir.
16th July: Man in his 50s, yesterday single-vehicle collision on the R505 near Dundrum.
Information can be given to Tipperary Garda Station by calling Tel: 062 80670. Members of the public may also contact the Garda Confidential Line on Tel: 1800 666 111 or indeed speak with officers at any Garda station.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision remains ongoing. Gardaí have thanked the public for assistance.
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