East Cork Hit-and-Run: Cyclists Injured, Driver Arrested
Three cyclists were injured in a hit-and-run incident near Midleton, Co. Cork, prompting a swift response from Gardaí and emergency services. A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
incident Overview
- Location: R627 near Westpark, Midleton, Co. Cork
- Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- Time: Approximately 8:05 p.m.
- Injuries: Three male cyclists sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
- Status: The road has reopened following a technical examination of the scene.
The Immediate Aftermath
Gardaí and emergency services rushed to the scene after receiving reports of a collision involving a car and three cyclists. The driver of the car did not remain at the scene. The three injured cyclists were promptly taken to Cork University Hospital for treatment.
Examination and Arrest
A man in his 30s was later apprehended on suspicion of driving under the influence of an intoxicant. He has since been released without charge, but investigations are ongoing, according to a Garda spokesperson who stated: Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene following a report of a road traffic collision involving a car and three bicycles near Midleton, Co. Cork yesterday, Wednesday 14th May 2025… The car failed to remain at the scene.
Local Reaction
Local TD Pat Buckley, who lives near the incident site, expressed his shock and concern. It’s just down the road from me and everyone is really shocked, my heart goes out to the family.
He also noted the potential for panic in such situations, adding, I understand all three cyclists are local, but for a car to leave the scene, it’s shocking, but also, people panic too.
Buckley highlighted the road’s characteristics and its frequent use by cyclists. it’s a fairly well lit up in that area, it was on the Dungourney road near the Rugby club near Broomfield. There are a lot of LED lights there… It is also a fairly busy road, it goes on the Tallow and Waterford, it is well known for cyclists.
I believe one of them is quite serious,I just hope they will be ok,and I cannot commend the emergency services enough,they were there on the dot in no time… I’m just surprised because the road is well known for cyclists. Drivers would be familiar with cyclists there.
Pat Buckley, Local TD
Ongoing Enquiries
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the hit-and-run. A technical examination of the scene has been completed, and the road has been reopened to traffic.The Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage to come forward.
FAQ: hit-and-Run Incident in East Cork
- What happened?
- Three cyclists were injured in a hit-and-run incident near Midleton, Co. cork.
- When did it happen?
- Approximately 8:05 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
- Where did it happen?
- On the R627 near Westpark in Midleton, Co. Cork.
- What is the status of the injured cyclists?
- They were taken to Cork University Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
- Has anyone been arrested?
- A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence but has been released without charge pending further investigation.
