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Tragic Cyclist’s Identity Confirmed by DNA | Cork News
A 76-year-old cyclist, Johnny Monks, was fatally struck by a truck while returning home from a funeral in north Dublin, his identity confirmed only through DNA after severe trauma left him unrecognizable. The driver, a man in his 30s, was arrested but later released as investigations continue. Forensic Science Ireland verified the match via DNA from the deceased’s son, and the coroner granted a six-month adjournment to allow time for criminal proceedings and a final forensic report — with a follow-up hearing set for February 25, 2027. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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