An Garda Síochána has welcomed a finding by Fiosrú, the Office of the Police Ombudsman, following a fatal collision on the M9 motorway in County Kildare.

Fiosrú found that Gardaí who followed a vehicle before it was involved in a fatal head-on collision acted in accordance with the law and relevant Garda policies and procedures.

An Garda Síochána says it continues to investigate all the circumstances surrounding the fatal road traffic collision.

The force says it will continue to provide support to members who attended the scene on the M9 on August 16th.

Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly has also welcomed the Fiosrú finding and said Garda members face challenging situations when attempting to stop vehicles while considering the safety of other road users.

The Commissioner also highlighted the need for increased statutory protections for Gardaí when driving as part of their duties.

Four people were injured in the collision, with the Commissioner expressing his thoughts for those affected.