Overview
- The collision occurred at about 6:20 a.m. at Growtown Uppera, Barntown, on the R738 linking Taghmon and Larkin's Cross.
- The victim was named locally as William Astley, 31, who was pronounced dead at the scene after emergency services responded.
- Garda forensic collision investigators are conducting a technical examination, with the road closed and local diversions in place.
- Investigators are seeking witness accounts and camera footage from road users in the area between 6:00 and 6:30 a.m., with contacts at Wexford Garda Station (053 916 5200) and the Garda Confidential Line (1800 666 111).
- An Garda Síochána reported flooding on nearby roads and urged motorists to drive with caution.