Man (20s) seriously injured following collision involving e-scooter in Co Cork

The incident happened at approximately 4:30 pm on Barrack Road, Magniers Hill.
Man (20s) seriously injured following collision involving e-scooter in Co Cork

Michael Bolton

A man driving an e-scooter has been seriously injured following a single-vehicle collision in Youghal, Co. Cork.

The incident happened at approximately 4:30 pm on Barrack Road, Magniers Hill.

The driver, a man in his 20s, sustained serious injuries and was transported to Cork University Hospital for treatment.

The road is currently closed for a technical examination, with local diversions in place.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision to come forward. Road users with camera footage (including dash-cam) who were in the area at the time are asked to make it available to gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Midleton Garda Station on (021) 462 1550, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

More in this section

Taoiseach calls for ‘fiscal sustainability’ as Tanaiste eyes income tax package Taoiseach calls for ‘fiscal sustainability’ as Tanaiste eyes income tax package
Child seriously injured after being struck by car in Lisburn Child seriously injured after being struck by car in Lisburn
Defence Forces corporal wins High Court permission to challenge refusal of promotion Defence Forces corporal wins High Court permission to challenge refusal of promotion

Sponsored Content

AF The College Green Hotel Dublin March 2026 The College Green Hotel: A refined address in the heart of Dublin
SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation
Driving Growth in Munster: How property finance is powering Cork’s future Driving Growth in Munster: How property finance is powering Cork’s future
Contact Us Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited

Add Echolive.ie to your home screen - easy access to Cork news, views, sport and more