A pedestrian in his late 60s sadly lost his life after being struck by a car earlier today.
The incident happened on the R513 at Hospital, Co Limerick, at about 1am.
The man was taken to University Hospital Limerick, where he was pronounced dead shortly afterwards.
Witnesses are asked to contact Bruff Garda Station on 061-382940, the Garda Confidential telephone line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.