A 70-year-old pedestrian has died after being struck by a lorry in Offaly this morning.
The accident happened on the N62 Ferbane to Athlone road. The man sustained serious injuries and died later in hospital. The driver of the lorry was not injured.
Gardai are asking for witnesses to contact Birr Garda Station on 057 9169710, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.