A 9-year-old girl died as a result of the collision.
Gardaí are currently at the scene of fatal road traffic collision between a car and two cyclists.
The two cyclists were a girl aged 9, and a boy aged 7.
The collision occurred this morning, Sunday 21 April, at approximately 11:55am on the R358 Ballinasloe to Ahascragh Road in County Galway.
Both children were taken to Portiuncula Hospital where the 9-year-old girl was later pronounced dead.
The 7-year-old boy remains in a serious condition.
The road is currently closed for a forensic examination.
Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information in relation to this incident to contact Ballinasloe Garda Station on 0909 631890.
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