Cyclist, 19, who died in late night crash with tram was Labour Youth activist

A teenage cyclist killed in a crash with a tram in Dublin has been named as a recently elected Labour Youth Chairperson.

Cormac O Braonain, 19, was also a popular organiser, died at the scene at Peters Place on Charlemont Bridge at around 3am on Sunday morning.

Gardai police are investigating the crash.

Brendan Howlin, Irish Labour Party leader,has expressed his deep sadness and grief on hearing of the "tragic and untimely death".

"I was deeply shocked when I heard of Cormac's untimely death," he said.

"On behalf of the Labour Party I want to express my deepest sympathy and sadness to his parents Lughaidh and Eva, and their family on the tragic loss of their son Cormac who had already done so much in his life to date.

"I want to also extend my condolences to Cormac's many friends and comrades from every conceivable walk of life who will, like me, have been filled with inspiration and hope when spending time with Cormac.

"Cormac had recently taken over as chairperson of Labour Youth and he had taken up the position with energy, enthusiasm and passion.

"At the same time he had also been appointed to our National Executive.

Brendan Howlin has led tributes to the teenager (Collins)

"During his time in the Party he had already made a huge impression, working tirelessly to advocate for the politics of our movement.

"Within Labour Youth he was a positive force for good.

"When someone so young dies it is hard to find the words to express our loss but in his short time with us, he leaves a strong legacy.

"Cormac had achieved so much, and had brought so much new energy to Labour Youth.

"As chairperson of the UCD Labour branch over the last two years he had re-invigorated the branch and was passionate in his campaigns and events.

"Cormac embodied all that was good about our movement and would have been a leading light in the future of our party, as he left no stone unturned in his drive for success.

"He was not just a democratic socialist but also a committed Gaeilgeoir and strong proponent of our national language.

"Our grief and sadness are sharpened all the more by the wonderful memories we have of Cormac."

A hashtag dedicated to tributes of Mr O Braonain began trending on Sunday night, with many people expressing their grief at his sudden death.