Garda Síochána and emergency services attended the scene of a collision on Dublin Street at approximately 12:40pm on Monday, reports Breaking News.
A man in his 70s was declared dead at the scene, reports Breaking News.
The Coroner has been informed, and a post-mortem examination will be scheduled.
A man in his 30s was arrested at the location, reports Breaking News.
The area remains sealed off to allow for a technical examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators, and the road is currently closed.
Traffic diversions have been put in place locally, reports Breaking News.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Road users with camera footage, including dash-cam recordings, who were travelling along Dublin Street (R132) in Balbriggan, Co Dublin, between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm on Monday, March 16th, 2026, are asked to share this material with investigating gardaí, reports Breaking News.
Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact Balbriggan Garda Station on (01) 666 4500, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Gardaí have said that investigations are ongoing, reports Breaking News.
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