A MAN has been charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in Balbriggan that killed a man who has been remembered by loves ones as a “great character” and “gentle soul”.
Mircea Rostas, aged in his 30s, was on foot when he was struck by a BMW on Railway Street in Balbriggan, north Co Dublin on Monday.
Detectives suspect the victim was intentionally driven at.
The chief suspect in the incident was arrested by appointment yesterday evening.
In a statement this morning, gardai confirmed the man, who is aged in his 40s, has now been charged and will appear before the courts.
A garda spokesperson said: “The man, aged in his 40s, who was arrested in connection with this investigation has been charged.
“He is due to appear before Dublin District Court (Court No. 2) at the Criminal Courts of Justice this morning, Thursday 26th June 2025 at 10.30am.
“Investigations are ongoing.”
Friends and relatives have been paying tribute to Rostas, who was also known by the name of Saban, since his passing earlier this week.
His cousin said: “I’m speechless. Sleep in peace, gentle soul. You left too soon, leaving us all with a lot of pain.”
Another pal said: “I can’t believe that you left so early and innocent, such a good soul and a great character, my brother. God rest your soul.”
Gardai previously urged anyone who may have any information to come forward and assist in the investigation.
A spokesman said: “Investigating Gardai are appealing to the public for any witnesses to the incident to come forward.
“They are particularly interested in the movements of a black saloon car observed in the area at the time, which was later abandoned following a collision on Drogheda Street, Balbriggan with a second saloon car shortly after the fatal incident.
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“Gardai are appealing to any road users or pedestrians who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) from the Railway Street and Drogheda Street areas of Balbriggan between 8:30pm and 9:30pm to make it available to investigators.
“Anyone with information is urged to contact Balbriggan Garda Station on 01 666 4500, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.”
The statement urged anyone with any footage or images of the incident to refrain from sharing or reposting it on social media.
The spokesman said: “An Garda Siochana is aware that images and video footage related to this incident are circulating on social media and messaging platforms.
“We are appealing to anyone who receives this content to refrain from sharing or reposting it further.”
