Motorcyclist injured in accident on Clane road as drivers are told to avoid route

Motorists are being advised to avoid the Clane/Kilcock road this evening following an accident on the route near the Painstown crossroads.

The incident happened at around 6pm and involved a motorcyclist.

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Gardaí have not confirmed whether or not there was more than one vehicle involved in the accident, but emergency services have been called to the scene to treat the injured motorcyclist.

Traffic is at a standstill in that area right now and Gardaí are advising motorists to use an alternative route to avoid delays.