An elderly pedestrian has been killed after being struck by a lorry in Co. Laois.
The incident happened on Chapel Lane, Mountmellick, shortly before 5pm today.
The victim, a male pedestrian in his 70s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Anyone with information is being asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057-8674100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
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