RIP: Man in his 70s dies after he was struck by a Luas in Dublin City Centre

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Gardai are appealing for witnesses after a horrific incident occurred on a busy Dublin street

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic incident on Marlborough Street, Dublin 1, on Monday, 15th June 2026.

Shortly after 7pm, Gardaí and emergency services were alerted after a pedestrian was struck by a Luas tram. The pedestrian, a male aged in his 70s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

The local coroner has been notified and arrangements will be made for a post-mortem examination.

The scene is currently being examined and local traffic diversions are in place.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the incident to come forward. Road users and pedestrians with camera footage (including dash-cam) who were in the area of Marlborough Street at the time of the incident are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Store Street Garda Station on (01) 6668000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

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