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Man dies in single-vehicle crash in Meath

The incident occurred before 12pm today.
5.53pm, 10 Oct 2020
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A MAN HAS died following a crash near Ratoath in Meath earlier today. 

The man, who is in his 50s, died after the truck he was driving crashed on the R155 near Ratoath just before 12pm today. 

The man was taken to Connolly Hospital in Blanchardstown, where he was pronounced dead. 

The road remains closed for a technical examination. 

Gardaí have appealed for anyone with any information to come forward, particularly anyone with dash cam footage. They’re asked to contact Ashbourne Garda Station on 018 010 600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.

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    Oct 10th 2020, 5:58 PM

    Very sad. RIP

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    Oct 10th 2020, 6:00 PM

    May he Rest in Peace.

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    Oct 10th 2020, 6:22 PM

    Godspeed sir, condolences to family and friends.

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    Oct 10th 2020, 11:33 PM

    Thats devastating for some poor family getting that new today. RIP

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    Oct 11th 2020, 9:08 AM

    Very sad R.I.P. Condolences to his family and friends.

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