THE southbound lanes of Dublin’s M50 have been closed off this afternoon following a major collision.
All lanes between Junction 5 M50/N2 and Junction 9 Red Cow have been impacted.
TII said: “Significant delays to your journey will likely occur.
“Please use a different route for your journey.”
The incident is believed to have happened at around 12.45pm on the southbound side between Junction 6 Blanchardstown and Junction 7 Lucan.
Motorists have been told on social media that emergency services are en route.
An update said: “Collision S’bound between J6 Blanch and J7 Lucan blocking the right and left lanes.
“Emergency services are en route and middle lane will then be blocked also.”
A second update added: “All lanes have closed S’bound between J6 Blanch and J7 Lucan.
“Emergency services are on scene at a serious collision. Please avoid the area if possible.”
The incident is said to be causing significant delays in the area, with Gardai on scene to direct traffic off the motorway.
Separately, the body of an unidentified man was found close to the Grand Canal at Coolscuddan, Newcastle, Co Dublin yesterday morning, March 8.
His body has been removed from the scene and taken to Dublin City Mortuary.
A post-mortem also took place yesterday.
Gardai said in a statement: “Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following the discovery of the body of an unidentified male in the Grand Canal at Coolscuddan, Newcastle, Co. Dublin on Saturday morning, 8th March 2025.
“The man’s body has been removed from the scene and taken to Dublin City Mortuary.
“A post-mortem examination took place yesterday, Saturday 8th March 2025.”
Gardai are now appealing for witnesses, particularly anyone who was in the area.
They are looking to speak with those who were walking or cycling, between the 12th Lock, Lucan and Hazelhatch Bridge, Co Dublin between Thursday, March 6 and Saturday, March 8.
Gardai continued: “Gardaí are appealing for anyone who was in the area, particularly those who were walking or cycling, between the 12th Lock, Lucan and Hazelhatch Bridge, Co. Dublin between Thursday 6th March and Saturday 8th March 2025 to come forward.
“Any road users who were travelling in the area at the time and who may have camera footage, including dash-cam, are asked to make this available to Gardaí.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Clondalkin Garda Station on 01 6667600, the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.”
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