Man (20s) seriously injured in collision between electric motorbike and car
The collision took place at Brookfield Road, Tallaght, at around 8.15pm on Friday, July 11th.
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He was brought to Tallaght University Hospital and subsequently transferred to Beaumont Hospital, where his condition is described as critical.
No other injuries were reported.
A technical examination of the scene was carried out.
Anyone who was in the Brookfield Road/Rossfield Avenue area between 8pm and 8.30pm and who may have witnessed the incident should contact investigating gardaí.
Any road users who were travelling in the area at the time, and who may have camera footage, including dashcam, are asked to make it available to investigating gardaí.
Gardaí can be contacted at the Tallaght Garda Station on 01 666 6000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.
Investigations are ongoing, a garda statement said.
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