Local pensioner identified as Galway cyclist killed in crash
Michael was a well known local from the area
A local pensioner has sadly been identified as the victim of the crash involving a car and a bike in Clifden.
Micheál Joseph King from Ballyconneely was cycling along the R341 Ballyconneely Road on Monday at around 2:45pm when he was involved in the collision.
The tragic local, who was in his 80s, was rushed to University Hospital Galway by ambulance where he fought for his life for two days before sadly dying on Wednesday.
Michael is the 12th cyclist to die on the road in the Republic of Ireland this year so far, compared to 14 in total last year.
He was described as a “gentleman” by local councillor Gerry King, who offered his sympathies to Mr King’s family and described his death as an unfortunate tragedy.
Mr King was predeceased by his parents Mark and Agnes, his daughter Jodie, and his siblings Maisie, Stephen, Nonie, Paddy, Agnes, Nancy, and Marcus.
He is survived by his brothers Jack, Brian, and Thomas; sisters Peggy, Bridget, and Kathleen, as well as his extended family, neighbours, and friends.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision to come forward.
A garda spokesman told Galway Live: “Gardaí continue to appeal for witnesses following a serious injury road traffic collision that occurred on the R341 Ballyconneely Road in Clifden, Co Galway on Monday 21st September 2026.
“The collision - involving a car and a bicycle - occurred at approximately 2:40pm. The cyclist, a man in his 80s, was brought by ambulance to University Hospital Galway for treatment of serious injuries. He was since pronounced deceased on Wednesday 23rd September 2026.
“Road users who may have camera footage, including dash-cam, and were travelling in the area of the R341 between Ballyconneely and Roundstone between 2:15pm and 3:00pm on Monday 21st September 2026, are asked to make this available to investigating Gardaí.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Clifden Garda Station on 095 22500, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.”
A funeral Mass for Mr King will take place in Ballyconneely on Monday with burial afterwards at Ballyconneely New Cemetery.