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Motorcyclist dies weeks after Dublin crash that killed police officer

An Garda Siochána A man stands in-between a police car door and its body. He wears a navy hat and yellow illuminous vest which has the words 'Garda' on it in silver font with a blue background.An Garda Siochána
Garda Kevin Flatley died following the crash in Dublin on 11 May

The motorcyclist involved in a crash in which a garda (Irish police) officer was killed has died in hospital.

The man in his 30s died on Saturday in Beaumont Hospital following the crash in Dublin on 11 May.

It happened in Lanestown, in the north of the county, shortly before 13:00 local time.

Garda Kevin Flatley, 49, died at the scene after he was hit by the motorcyclist whilst carrying out a speed checkpoint.

Garda Commissioner Drew Harris said he was deeply saddened by the death of his colleague and extended his sympathies to Mr Flatley's family and friends.

Gardaí said it is providing support to both families involved.